Wax Myrtle 15g
Genus : Myrica
Species : cerifera
Cultivar :
Common Name : Wax Myrtle
Height : 15' - 25'
Spread : 20' - 25'
Shape(s) : irregular; round; vase sahpe
Growth Rate(s) : fast
Hardiness Zone(s) Preferred : 7B - 11
Origin : native to North America
Plant Group(s):
Planting Use(s) Recommended : Bonsai; above ground planter; hedge; screen
Leaf Characteristics : fragrant
Leaf Texture :
Leaf Color : olive green
Fall Color :
Bloom Color(s) : green
Bloom Characteristics : inconspicuous and not showy
Fruit Color(s) : blue
Fruit Characteristics : round; fleshy; less than .5"; waxy
Bark/Limb Characteristics :
Winter Interest :
Sun Exposure(s) Preferred : shade; part shade/part sun; full sun
Soil Type(s) Preferred : clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; extended flooding; well drained
Salt Tolerance : moderate