Morella pensylvanica (Northern Bayberry)
Botanical Information
| Family | Myricaceae |
| Genus | Morella |
| Species | pensylvanica |
| Synonyms | Myrica pensylvanica |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Native to eastern North America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 - 7 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 1a - 7a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | (-37) - (-12) |
| Temperature (°F) | (-35) - 10 |
| Height | 1.5-3 m |
| Spread | 1.5-3 m |
| Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This shrub is quiet a beauty. Its horizontal slightly drooping branches, aromatic dark green leaves and small yellow flowers |
| Shape | Open and rounded. |
| Landscape | Borders, screens and hedges. |
| Cultivation | Moist, rich and acidic soil in full sun to partial shade. Tolerant of drought, poor and wet soils. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. (Mac) Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada |
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