Myrica californica

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Pacific Wax Myrtle

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Las Pilitas Nursery

 

Description

This large shrub can reach 10'-30' tall and has glossy, apple green leaves that turn dark green with maturity. Tiny yellow insignificant flowers appear in summer, followed by purple berries that attract birds. Used very effectively as a screen and is wind and ocean spray tolerant. Leaves are aromatic.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Purple

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Standard, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Fall

 

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Foundation, Park, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Wind Break

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.