Myrica californica
Pacific wax myrtle is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with long narrow leaves. It blooms small inconspicuous yellow-green flowers in early spring and produces dark purple- black spherical berries in the fall that attract a variety of birds.
Plant Details
- Habitat:
Typically grows on coastal dunes, moist slopes, streambanks, and canyons- Mature Height:
- 10-30'
- Shade Preference:
- Soil Tolerance:
- moist to wet well-drained soil
- Special Uses:
- Serves as a great windbreak and attracts birds