Morella californica - Pacific Wax Myrtle, California Wax Myrtle (Plant) Size:1G eastern Peninsular Ranges

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Plant Characteristics Family Name Rhamnaceae Species Name Frangula californica 'Mound San Bruno' Common Name Mound San Bruno California Coffeeberry Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast-Sun

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An attractive shrub that tolerates sun or shade

Morella californica - Pacific Wax Myrtle, California Wax Myrtle (Plant) Size:1G eastern Peninsular RangesRecommended 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