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