Northern Bayberry

Morella pensylvanica

Gorgeous, full, large shrub with waxy, fragrant leaves and beneficial berries that persist into winter. Salt, drought, and pest resistant. Also known as Myrica pensylvanica.

BLOOM TIME
  • April
SUNLIGHT
  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun
SOIL TYPE
  • Well Drained
  • Dry
  • Moist
  • Wet
  • Texture (Sand)
  • Texture (Loam)
  • Texture (Clay)
  • High Organic Matter
  • pH Acid <6.0
  • pH Neutral 6.0-8.0
  • pH Alkaline >8.0
HEIGHT

6-12'

CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED

10-100

WILDLIFE BENEFITED

Caterpillars, Birds, Mammals

Plant Datasheet

Artist: Jada Fitch

Photo Credit: Maine Audubon