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Myrica Cerifera 'Don's Dwarf' - Don's Southern Dwarf Wax Myrtle

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Myrica Cerifera 'Don's Dwarf' is a dynamic, compact, and evergreen shrub that will captivate garden enthusiasts with its year-round display of lush, dark green foliage and attractive, small blue berries. Also known as Don's Southern Dwarf Wax Myrtle, this uniquely fragrant shrub proudly stands at a moderate height and width of 3 to 4 feet, making it an excellent choice for accentuating smaller or limited garden spaces. It thrives outstandingly well in a variety of settings, from full sun to partial shade and can endure different soil types - exhibiting superb resilience even within undernourished soils and salty atmospheres. An absolute rewarding addition to coastal and drought-prone landscapes due to its high tolerance to dry conditions. Enjoy a landscape teeming with life as it serves as a reliable food source for local bird species. The multi-faceted qualities of the 'Don's Dwarf' make it an exceptional choice for anyone seeking to enhance their garden's aesthetic and ecological value.

  • Size: Up to 3-4 feet tall and wide
  • Berries: Small blue berries
  • Foliage: Aromatic, dark green leaves
  • Water usage: Drought-tolerant
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Soil Tolerance: Adapts to various soil types, including poor soils and can withstand salt spray
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