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Myrica pensylvanica

Northern Bayberry


Myrica pensylvanica
Waxy, blue-gray berries in fall and winter. Will grow in shade or sun. Grows in poor soils, prefers sandy well-drained soil. Berries used to make bayberry candles. Fruit occurs on female plants only. Need both male and female plants for fruit.
Drought Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Attracts Birds

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Sun Tolerance

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