Northern Bayberry
Northern Bayberry |Spotswood Greenery

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Northern Bayberry |Spotswood Greenery

Photo courtesy of Spotswood Greenery

Northern Bayberry
Northern Bayberry |Spotswood Greenery
Northern Bayberry |Spotswood Greenery

Northern Bayberry

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Aromatic, semi-evergreen leaves release a spicy scent when crushed. Female plants produce waxy, grey-blue berries that are used in candle making and provide high-energy food for winter birds.

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Size at Maturity

Height 5'- 6' Spread 8'- 10'

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Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8

Lowest Temperatures -40°F to -30°F

Light Requirements

Full sun to part sun- at least 4 hours direct sun per day

Host Plant For

Columbia Silkmoth

Wildlife Benefits

  • Attracts Songbirds
  • Attracts Butterflies

Native Range

CT, DE, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VA, VT (Coastal range)

Special Conditions

  • Deer Resistant
  • Drought Tolerant
  • High Salt Tolerance
  • Wet Soil

Fragrant

Seasons of Interest

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter

How to Plant

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Planting and Care Guide

Planting Tips

Plant in average to lean, well-drained to dry soil. Highly adaptable to sandy, poor, and coastal soils. Space 5–8 feet apart. Water thoroughly after planting.

Care Tips

Water regularly after planting; once established it is highly drought tolerant and very adaptable to lean, sandy, and coastal conditions. Little to no pruning is needed. Remove any dead wood in early spring. No fertilization is generally needed- it actually fixes its own nitrogen. The waxy, fragrant gray berries persist through winter and are attractive to birds. Plant both male and female plants for berry production. Deer resistant and virtually pest-free.

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