Pacific Wax Myrtle | Myrica californica

A dense green shrub with many leaves, growing in an open area under a cloudy sky.
The image shows a potted plant with vibrant green leaves and some new growth, set in a garden or nursery environment.
The image features a dense cluster of green leaves from a bush or shrub, with some fallen leaves on the ground beneath.
A dense green shrub with many leaves, growing in an open area under a cloudy sky.
The image shows a potted plant with vibrant green leaves and some new growth, set in a garden or nursery environment.
The image features a dense cluster of green leaves from a bush or shrub, with some fallen leaves on the ground beneath.

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 Notes Typically grows on coastal dunes, moist slopes, streambanks, and canyons
Mature Height 10-30'
Shade Preference full sun, part shade
Soil Tolerance moist to wet well-drained soil
Special Uses Serves as a great windbreak and attracts birds