Chinese Bayberry

Myrica rubra, Myricaceae

Zones

8–11

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerNitrogen FixerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

4.5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Caucasian BlueberryVaccinium arctostaphylos

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

MadronoGarcinia madruno

Nitrogen Fixation

Bastard OleasterElaeagnus latifolia

Nitrogen FixationNutrient Accumulation

California Black WalnutJuglans californica

Nitrogen Fixation

ChempedakArtocarpus integer

Nitrogen Fixation

Allegheny BlackberryRubus allegheniensis

Beneficial Insect HabitatNitrogen Fixation

BacuriPlatonia insignis

Nitrogen Fixation

Japanese ChestnutCastanea crenata

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Golden Himalayan RaspberryRubus ellipticus

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Water BerrySyzygium cordatum

Both species prefer similar growing conditions leading to intense competition for resources

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionNitrogen FixationErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Chinese Bayberry grow in?

Chinese Bayberry grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

Is Chinese Bayberry a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Chinese Bayberry is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Chinese Bayberry?

Good companions for Chinese Bayberry include Caucasian Blueberry, Madrono, Bastard Oleaster, California Black Walnut, Chempedak.

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