Common Name: Waxmyrtle (Southern Bayberry) Latin Name: Myrica cerifera Tree Size: Small Leaf Type: Evergreen Growth Rate: Rapid Water Needs: Moderate Tolerances: Partial to heavy shade, salty soil or sea-spray, drought, poorly drained sites, alkaline soils (pH > 7.5) Attributes: Texas native, attractive seeds or fruit, seeds or fruit eaten by wildlife Features: Aromatic, pale green leaves and small bluish berries. Comments: Easily adapted to confined spaces; good for coastal landscapes. Problems: Naturally shrubby; needs pruning to develop one or more trunks. Firewise: Yes

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