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Umbellularia californica
California Bay, Oregon Myrtle
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Greg Applegate
Description
The California Bay is a aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub that is very slow growing and reaches 30-60 ft. high. It can tolerate sun or shade , moist or dry conditions, and droughts. The California Bay is a native of California & Oregon.
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.
Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.