Wax Myrtle
Shipping & Returns
Shipping live plants sometimes has its challenges when dealing with inclement weather but we strive to have every single order shipped out on their scheduled shipping date. Most orders will be scheduled to ship within 1-2 weeks of ordering. Because a plant needs TLC we only ship out on Mondays-Wednesdays to ensure the plants aren’t stationed somewhere over the weekend with no water or sunlight.
Wax Myrtle (Morella cerifera) — A fast-growing native evergreen tree or large shrub with aromatic olive-green foliage and blue-gray waxy berries, excellent for quick screening, hedges, and naturalized landscapes.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Morella cerifera (syn. Myrica cerifera)
- Mature Size: 10–15 ft tall × 8–12 ft wide
- Growth Rate: Fast (3–5 ft per year)
- Bloom Color: Insignificant; blue-gray waxy berries on female plants (fall–winter)
- Foliage: Evergreen — aromatic olive-green
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
- Water Needs: Low — drought and flood tolerant
- Soil: Highly adaptable; tolerates wet, dry, sandy, and clay soils
- Hardiness Zones: USDA 7–11
Why Choose Wax Myrtle?
- Native southeastern plant — adapted to local conditions
- Fastest-growing native evergreen screen available
- Salt tolerant and coastal friendly
- Waxy berries attract birds; aromatic foliage deters insects
Care Tips
Plant in any location — wax myrtle is one of the most adaptable native plants. Can be maintained as a shrub with annual pruning or allowed to grow into a small tree. Prune in late winter to shape. Tolerates hard pruning. Nitrogen-fixing roots improve soil.
General Care Instructions
- Watering: Water deeply after planting. Continue regular watering for the first growing season.
- Mulching: Apply 2-4 inches of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the trunk.
- Pruning: Prune during dormant season to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
- Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring for optimal growth.
Shipping Information
- Processing Time: We only ship out on Mondays-Wednesdays to ensure the plants aren't stationed somewhere over the weekend with no water or sunlight.
- Shipping Season: We ship year-round to most zones, weather permitting
- Packaging: Plants are carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival
- Free Shipping: Orders over $125 qualify for free standard shipping
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