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Hardiness
Zones:
3
to 7 |
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Habit:
Deciduous
to semi-evergreen |
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Growth
Rate: Moderate |
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Site
Requirements: Sun
to partial shade; range of soil types: sand, clay, poor |
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Height:
5
to 10 feet |
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Width:
5
to 10 feet |
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Texture:
Medium |
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Form:
Upright,
rounded dense shrub |
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Flower/Fruit:
Non-showy
flowers; male and female plants; small, gray, waxy-coated
round drupe that persists into winter
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Foliage:
Alternate,
simple, lustrous dark green leaves with a leathery texture;
1.5 to 4" long |
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Comments:
Drought
tolerant; suckers and forms colonies; tolerates salt spray;
fixes atmospheric nitrogen; wax is used to make bayberry candles;
native to portions of eastern US
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Cultivars:
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