Morella pensylvanica Silver Sprite™

Scientific Name: Morella pensylvanica 'Morton'

Also Known As

Myrica pensylvanica 'Silver Sprite'™
Silver Sprite™ Northern Bayberry

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 7'

planting zones

3a-8b

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Morella pensylvanica Silver Sprite™ plant details

Morella pensylvanica Silver Sprite™ is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Morella pensylvanica Silver Sprite™

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 7 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Morella pensylvanica Silver Sprite™

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Morton Arboretum Chicagoland Grows selction with a dense, compact, broad-oval habit and attractive gray-green foliage. Quantity and size of fruit are typical of the species. Here, our cutting block is self-fruitful though we are told that isn't typical and that a male pollinator is a good idea to get good fruit set.