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Myrica gale

sweetgale

Sweet gale is an unsung treasure for moist gardens-- with a round, full appearance and a lovely blue-tinged foliage, this species is a prolific producer of glands containing aromatic essential oils that emanate a balmy, bay-like scent with floral and citrus notes.

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Height: 2-4 ft
Spread: 3-5 ft
Hardiness Zone: 2-6


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Wet
Ecoregion
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
Host Plant
Attracts Songbirds
Tolerance
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Fragrant
Landscape Use
Massing
Naturalize
Rain Garden
Specimen


North American Distribution


sweetgale - Myrica gale from Native Plant Trust
sweetgale - Myrica gale from Native Plant Trust