Description

Pacific Wax Myrtle is a superb, fast-growing California native evergreen shrub or small tree, valued for its toughness, wildlife value, and versatility. Its aromatic, glossy green leaves and dense, upright form make it an excellent choice for a tall, fast privacy screen, windbreak, or habitat hedge. It produces inconspicuous flowers followed by clusters of waxy, purple-gray berries that are a crucial food source for birds. Exceptionally tolerant of coastal conditions, drought, and poor soils, it is a cornerstone plant for sustainable and wildlife-friendly gardens.

• Excellent Native Screen: Grows rapidly into a dense, multi-stemmed shrub or small tree, reaching 10-30 feet tall, perfect for creating quick privacy and wind protection.

• Wildlife Habitat Superstar: Berries provide essential winter food for numerous bird species, including band-tailed pigeons and waxwings. Host plant for butterfly larvae.

• Extreme Coastal & Drought Hardiness: Highly resistant to salt spray, wind, and drought once established. Thrives in sandy, poor soils.

• Aromatic Foliage: Leaves are fragrant when crushed, releasing a pleasant bayberry scent.

• Low Maintenance & Fire Resistant: Requires little to no water once established and is considered a good fire-resistant landscape plant due to its high moisture content.