Southern Wax Myrtle (Myrica Cerifera) - Growing Guide | Neighborbrite

Southern Wax Myrtle (Myrica Cerifera) - Ground Layers

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun

Hardiness zone

7-11

Min. Temperature

0°F (−18°C)

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acidic

Southern Wax Myrtle

Myrica Cerifera

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 7-11
Min. Temperature: 0°F (−18°C)
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Acidic

Plant traits

Mature height10-20 feet

Mature spread10-15 feet

Plant typeGround Layers

Bloom seasonWinter, Spring

Foliage typeEvergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Unknown

Deer resistant❌No

Pollinator-friendly—Unknown

Southern Wax Myrtle (Myrica Cerifera) - Ground Layers

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