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| Myrica pensylvanica - Northern Bayberry |
| Family |
Myricaceae |
| Botanical Name |
Myrica pensylvanica |
| Common Name |
Northern Bayberry, Candleberry |
| Size |
5 - 12' tall with similar to slightly wider spread |
| Hardiness |
Zone 3 - 6(7) |
| Culture |
Adaptable to soil extremes; fixes nitrogen; full sun to part
shade. |
| Ornamental Value |
Fragrant, semi-evergreen foliage; bluish-gray fruit on females. |
| Landscape Use |
Use for borders, foundations especially in poor, or salty soils. |
| Key Identifying Characteristics |
Leaves are alternate, simple, oblong, 1 1/2 - 4" long, fragrant when crushed. |
| Notable Cultivars |
none |
| Campus Location |
Ag: |
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