Myrica pensylvanica
Northern Bayberry
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Northern Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica) - Description
Semi-evergreen or deciduous shrub with fragrant foliage. The females bear small, wax-covered gray-white fruit.
Northern Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica) - Blooming
Inconspicuous catkins.
Northern Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica) - Growth
Evergreen and deciduous, a few species are shrubs and small trees grown for aromatic foliage and small berries. Depending on species, they grow to 4 feet to 20-30 feet.
Northern Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica) - Planting
Vary in requirements. Propagate from seeds by first removing wax coating; two month of cold stratification may help. M. cerifera is propagated from semi hardwood cuttings in early summer or root cuttings in winter.
Northern Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica) - Pest
Myrica is susceptible to dieback, stem rots, root rots, rust, and leaf spots.
Northern Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica) - Interesting facts
The waxy fruit is indigestable to some birds, but attracts others and is a good winter food source for Yellow-rumped Warblers in particular. The fruit can also be eaten by people, notably Myrica rubra, and its wax used to make candles.
Northern Bayberry (Myrica pensylvanica) - Soil and irrigation
Varies by species. Many can withstand some challenging conditions such as drought or boggy sites. Humus-rich, well-drained soil is best.
