Myrica cerifera ~ Southern Wax Myrtle Size:5 GALLON upright grass-like foliage is a

upright grass-like foliage is a soft green and in late spring a green scaly flower spikes above the foliage

Drought Tolerant once established

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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Provide slightly acidic

Removed spent flowers to encourage additional bloom

Myrica cerifera ~ Southern Wax Myrtle Size:5 GALLON upright grass-like foliage is aSouthern Wax Myrtle is an upright multi stemmed evergreen shrub with aromatic glossy olive green foliage. The flowers are inconspicuous but fragrant and the female flowers give way to clusters of blue grey berries that persist into winter. Best in full sun and moist soils. Can be considered a fire hazard in some areas, as the aromatic compounds of the foliage and stems are flammable. Type: Shrub Origins: Caribbean and SE N. America; GA Native Height: