Wax Myrtle – live starter plants less than 12 inches tall

These starter plants are less than 12 inches tall when we ship them. Pictures used for this web store depict mature plants of the correct species.

Latin Name: Myrica cerifera

This salt tolerant evergreen shrub is used as a fast growing hedge or privacy screen.  Fertilize and achieving desired shape requires pruning.  The leaves also emit a lovely fragrance.  Growth is approximately 3-5 feet per year.

Amount of Sunlight: Full sun/ partial sun
Amount of Water: Water regularly
Soil Conditions: Prefers moist soil
Cold Hardiness Zone: 7-9

This easy-to-grow evergreen shrub needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally, except during a drought, watering is needed regularly. Pruning is recommended once per year.

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Once your order is shipped, we offer no cancellation refund at all.

We reserve the right to delay shipping due to extreme heat or cold.

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