BAYBERRY SWEET GALE

Latin Name: Myrica 'Gale'

Description: This native shrub is deal for poor, sandy soils. Plant several together so that the conspicuous yellow fruit, covered with wax, will be produced. Used in making Bayberry candles. Salt tolerant.

Also known as bog-myrtle.

Zone: 4
Height: 2 m
Spread: 2 m
Shape: Upright, mounded
Sun or Shade: SUN OR PART SHADE
Foliage: Green
Fruit: Silvery-gray berries, only produced by female