Myrica pensylvanica
Northern Bayberry
Description:
Medium size, semi evergreen shrub found on a variety of sites. Aromatic leaves and berries. Salt tolerant, good for coastal and highway plantings. A nitrogen fixer. 5 to 12 feet tall. Prefers moist soils but is drought tolerant. Likes partial shade.
Plant Overview:
| Plant Family: | Myricaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Shrubs/Subshrub |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Birds |
| Bloom Time: | Early May to early June, before or with the leaves |
| Fruit Timing: | Late July into August, persisting over winter |
| Global and State Rank: | G5, S5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Sandy |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry, Moist, Wet |
| Soil pH: | Acidic, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Sun to partial shade |
| Light Range: | Partial Shade, Sun |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry, Moist, Wet |