Description

Introducing the Northern Bayberry (Botanical Name: Myrica Pensylvanica), a captivating deciduous shrub that brings unique features to your landscape, thriving in a variety of conditions.

The Northern Bayberry prefers full to partial sun exposure and benefits from regular watering. Plant it in slightly acidic, moist, and well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. This versatile shrub is well-suited for hardiness zones 3 – 8, adapting to a range of climates and soil types.

With an upright, mounding growth habit, the Northern Bayberry reaches a mature size of 9 feet in height and 8 feet in width. This makes it an excellent choice for various garden settings, whether as a standalone specimen or as part of a shrub border.

In May, the Northern Bayberry graces your garden with its unique charm during the blooming season. It is particularly renowned for its small, waxy gray fruit that tightly hug the branches throughout the winter, adding visual interest and texture to your winter landscape.

This native shrub is well-known for thriving in poor, sandy, or gravely acidic soils. It may exhibit some suckering, making it suitable for massing and naturalizing in your landscape. Notably, the fruit of the Northern Bayberry is often used for candle making, adding a practical element to its botanical appeal.

Enhance your garden with the Northern Bayberry, a deciduous shrub that combines visual interest, adaptability, and practical uses. From its unique waxy fruit to its resilience in various soil conditions, the Northern Bayberry is sure to make a distinctive addition to your outdoor space.

Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.

Plant Specs:

Botanical Name: Myrica Pensylvanica
Light: full sun – partial sun
Watering: regular watering
Soil: slightly acidic, well draining soil with organic matter
Zone: 3 – 8

Plant Shape: upright, mounding
Plant Type: deciduous shrub
Mature Size: height (9') , width (8')
Blooming Season: May

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