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Southern Wax Myrtle (Morella cerifera, formerly Myrica cerifera) is a tough, adaptable shrub native to the southeastern U.S., known for its fragrant, olive-green leaves and smooth, gray bark. It grows quickly and forms a loose, upright shape that works well as a privacy screen, windbreak, or naturalized border. The foliage releases a spicy scent when crushed, and female plants produce clusters of waxy, gray-blue berries that attract birds. Tolerant of poor soil, salt, and drought, Southern Wax Myrtle thrives in full sun to part shade and needs very little maintenance once established.
This section shows how the plant will fit into your yard and into your life.
Semi-evergreen; aromatic leaves; berries in fall/winter
Privacy screen, native gardens, windbreaks, wildlife habitat
Low
Non-toxic
Low — minimal litter
Low — responds well to pruning if shaping is needed
This section covers practical care information for homeowners.
Low to moderate once established
Very adaptable — handles clay, sand, and poor soils
High
Moderate — occasionally browsed in high-pressure areas
High — rarely affected by major issues
