Sweetgale 3 Gallon

Myrica gale

Low growing shrub in the Bayberry family with deciduous aromatic leaves. Spring flowers are small catkins, with male and female flowers on separate plants. Female plants pollinated by a nearby male produce waxy yellow fruits. Requires moist or wet soil. Spreads by root suckers. Water well after planting; maintain 1" of water once a week the first year. Prune in late winter as needed to control size, and remove stray shoots or damaged limbs anytime. Fertilize in early spring, mid-summer and fall with an acidic fertilizer. Follow label instructions. Mulch 2" to suppress weeds, retain moisture and protect against extremes of soil temperature.

• Sun to Shade
• 4-9' h x 5-10' w
• Deer Resistant
• Ohio Native