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Bayberry

Myrica pensylvanica
Semi-evergreen. When the foliage is crushed it has a pleasing fragrance. Wax coating on the berries is used to make candles. Plant several together to be sure of fruit production. Native.

Zone

3

Width

3m

Height

3m

Shape

Upright, rounded

Flower

Catkin

Flowering Time

May

Fruit

Grey

Foliage Colour

Green

Fall Colour

N/A

Exposure

Sun to part shade

Soil Type

Adaptable

Branding

N/A

Harvest Time

N/A

Plume Colour

N/A