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Northern Bayberry

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Light Needs

Light Needs

Partial Sun to Full Sun
(At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height

Mature Height

5-6 Feet
Mature Spread

Mature Spread

8-10+ Feet
Growing Zones

Growing Zones

3 to 8

Northern Bayberry is a vigorous growing shrub that will stand out for all of the right reasons when included in a landscape. The Myrica pensylvanica has long, narrow leaves with a leathery texture and widely spaced, subtle serrations along the edges. The foliage of this deciduous shrub turns a deep burgundy during the fall. Green flowers are insignificant but produce small, waxy gray berries during the fall and winter.

This shrub has an upright and dense growth habit and features a woody structure. Bayberry shrubs can create a border, hedge, or foundation planting. Both the foliage and the fruit are fragrant and keep deer at bay for an unexpected perk. This is a wonderful shrub for bird-watchers since the berries provide ample food and the branches create perches for small birds. The Northern Bayberry is a perennial in USDA zones 3 through 8.

Northern Bayberry Care

Bayberry plants need full sun to partial shade. This shrub can thrive in low-quality soil that is unsuitable for many other plants but expect the best results when grown in rich, moist, but well-drained soil. Bayberry thrives in damp conditions, and established plants will not need water often when grown in moist soil. Plan to water when the top several inches of soil is parched when grown in dry conditions.

This plant is not a heavy feeder and will do well without fertilization. Bayberry actually improves poor quality soil, but top-dressing the soil with organic compost can support new growth. Shape the plant only as necessary and remove suckers as they appear.

Northern Bayberry Spacing

Northern Bayberry is an upright perennial shrub that reaches 5 to 6 feet tall and 8 to 10 feet wide. Plant shrubs 7 to 9 feet apart to create a hedge or screen planting.

Northern Bayberry Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Plant Type: Bushes
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 5 - 6 Feet
Mature Spread: 8 - 10 Feet
Spacing: 8 - 10 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Green
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Evergreen, Semi-Evergreen
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Winter Interest
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer
Tolerates: Drought
Attracts: Birds
Container Role:
Uses: Hedges & Privacy, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North America
Brand:
Common Name: Northern Bayberry
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: MYRICA PENSYLVANICA
SKU:
1231001104-pc
Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Quart Pot

Also Known As:
Quart

Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year

Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"

Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W

Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
2.5 Quart

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"

Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W

Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
#1 Pot

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"

Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W

Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
#2 Pot

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"

Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W

Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
#3 Pot

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"

Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W

Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
#5 Pot

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon

Plant Age:
~3-4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"

Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W

Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants

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Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule

Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.

Growing Zone Estimated Ship Week
Zone 10March 31th
Zone 9March 31st
Zone 8April 7th
Zone 7April 14th
Zone 6bApril 21st
Zone 6aApril 28th
Zone 5bMay 5th
Zone 5aMay 12th
Zone 4May 19th
Zone 3May 26th

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