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California bayberry

Myrica sonomensis

Myricaceae
Shrub
Ornamental
Evergreen
Fragrant
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Myrica sonomensis, known as California bayberry, is an ornamental shrub that thrives in full sun and requires medium watering. It prefers loamy or sandy soil and grows to a height of 1–2 meters. Suitable for USDA zones 7–9, this plant blooms in July and August with white flowers. It is fragrant, attracts pollinators, and is not toxic. It is an evergreen shrub.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy

Height

1–2 m

Spread

1–2 m

Zones

7–9

Flower colors

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Growing Conditions

  • Sunlight: Full sun
  • Water: Medium
  • Soil: Loamy, sandy
  • USDA Zones: 7–9
  • Height: 1–2 meters

Features

  • Blooms: July, August
  • Flower Colors: White
  • Fragrant: Yes
  • Pollinators: Attracts pollinators
  • Toxic: No
  • Evergreen: Yes
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