Tree Descriptions
Northern Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica)
| Height: | 7-10’ |
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| Width: | 5-10’ |
| Growth Rate: | moderate |
| Soil: | sand, loam |
| Moisture: | moist |
| Shade Tolerance: | sun |
| Bloom Time: | May-June |
| Flower Color: | yellow |
| Uses: | wildlife, erosion control |
| Spacing: | minimum 6’ x 6’ |
| Habitat: | Adaptable to a range of soil conditions and prefers full sun to partial shade. Salt spray tolerant. |
| Notes: | Dioecious, blue fruit, aromatic, salt tolerant. |
Small white flowers in late Marsh to early April. Berries are covered with a pale blue aromatic wax used in candle making. Shrub is used for landscaping, erosion control and wildlife. Male and female flowers are on separate plants, so 2 or more are required for fruiting.
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