Southern Wax Myrtle (Myrica cerifera) – Evergreen Shrub for Wildlife, Candlemaking, and Culinary Use
$12.99
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The Southern Wax Myrtle (Myrica cerifera), also called southern bayberry or candleberry, is a hardy evergreen shrub or small tree native to North and Central America. Its aromatic leaves and wax-coated berries have been used for centuries in candlemaking, soapmaking, cooking, and herbal remedies.
🌿 Wildlife Favorite – Berries feed birds like wild turkeys, quail, tree swallows, and myrtle warblers, while dense foliage offers shelter.
🕯 Historic Uses – Berries yield natural wax for traditional bayberry candles and soaps.
🍽 Culinary Herb – Leaves season stews and sauces; berries can be used as spice.
🌱 Easy to Grow – Salt-tolerant, drought-resistant, nitrogen-fixing, and adaptable to many soils.
Growing Info:
• Evergreen shrub/tree, 10–20+ ft
• Full sun–partial shade
• USDA Zones 7–11
A beautiful, multi-purpose plant that brings year-round greenery, wildlife, and history to your garden.
Note - plants can be trimmed before mailing to reduce transit shock.
Southern Wax Myrtle (Myrica cerifera) – Evergreen Shrub for Wildlife, Candlemaking, and Culinary Use
Southern Wax Myrtle (Myrica cerifera) – Evergreen Shrub for Wildlife, Candlemaking, and Culinary Use
$12.99
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