Morella californica - Pacific Wax Myrtle, California Wax Myrtle (Plant) Flora Beautiful lobed leaves emerge bright

Beautiful lobed leaves emerge bright green in spring

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Morella californica - Pacific Wax Myrtle, California Wax Myrtle (Plant) Flora Beautiful lobed leaves emerge brightRecommended as a fast growing hedge or small tree. Leaves are fragrant. Roots are nitrogen fixing. Does best on coast in part sun. Inland give extra water and more shade. Plant Characteristics Family Name Myricaceae Species Name Morella californica Common Name Pacific Wax Myrtle, California Wax Myrtle Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type Any Flower Color Yellow, Gold Flowering Months