Myrica pensylvanica (Northern Bayberry)
This dense-branching deciduous shrub features narrow leathery grey-green foliage and insignificant flowers with grayish-white fruits that are covered with a waxy, aromatic substance that can be used to make candles, soaps and sealing wax.
Both male and female plants are necessary for berries.
Blooms late spring
5-10 ft tall x 5-10 ft spread
HARDY to -40°F (-40°C)
Drought tolerant
Attracts birds
Fragrant
| Zone | Zone 3 |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Moisture | Low to Moderate Moisture |
| Native to | Native |
« Previous Product
This deciduous shrub features showy yellow, upright, flowers that hold their colour all season and cover the tree profusely. The remaining foliage consists of dark green, oblong and elliptical leaves that keep their shape and colour all season, but do not provide and fall interest. Moderate growth rate.
Blooms mid-spring
15-20 ft tall x 10-15 ft spread
HARDY to -20°F (-28.9°C)
Fragrant
Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
Deer and rabbit resistant
Next Product »
Large pink inflorescence contrast with elegant, feathery, black foliage. Narrow upright/columnar habit with straight stems that shoot upwards but stay in a narrow column. Blooms early summer. 6-8′ tall x 2-4′ spread. Full Sun/Part Shade.