Myrica are woody shrubs to trees native of the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands, Madeira and the Azores, growing in the upper termophilic zone. The are dioecious evergreen plants (male and female flowers are produced on separate plants) with leathery, laurel-like, dark green, serrated leaves and axillary clusters of small whitish-yellow flowers, which are followed by edible black berries. For any humus rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Winter minimum of some 5°C with reduced watering. Sow in any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot at some 20°C to 27°C. Germination is irregular over several weeks to months. 10 seeds per package. |