Shrubs
Wax Myrtle
Myrica cerifera
Very durable evergreen shrub or small tree that is widely adaptable to most any landscape situation. It has fragrant foliage that is olive green in color. Female plants will bear grayish berries. Makes a great specimen, pruned into a small tree or grown as a tall hedge. Good tolerance to drought and poor soils.
Plant Details
| Exposure | Sun to Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Height x Width | 15-20'H, 10-15'W |
| Water | Water regularly until established. |
| Zones | Zones 7-10 |
| Fertilization | Fertilize in spring with a well balanced fertilizer. Follow label instructions. |
| Pruning | Prune throughout year to desired shape. Remove dead and broken branches as necessary. |
| Size | 3 gallon, 7 gallon, 15 gallon, 30 gallon |
