Myrica pensylvanica ~ Northern Bayberry asian-zen IMAGES: I

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and the plant provides nesting for small birds

Best color in full sun and moist well-drained soil

Clusters of small nodding cup shaped flowers come in various colors and bloom from late winter to mid spring

Appearance: The Yellow Bird Magnolia is a deciduous tree that typically reaches a height of 20 to 30 feet (6 to 9 meters) and spreads about 15 to 20 feet (4

Myrica pensylvanica ~ Northern Bayberry asian-zen IMAGES: INorthern Bayberry is a dense branching native semi evergreen shrub with a rounded habit. The narrow glossy grey green foliage is aromatic when crushed and covers the inconspicuous flowers that if pollinated give way to tiny clusters of aromatic blue grey berries that persist into winter. Grows best in moist acidic soils. Can be considered a fire hazard in some areas, as the aromatic compounds of the foliage and stems are flammable. Type: Shrub