Umbellularia californica
California Bay, Oregon Myrtle
Description
The California Bay is an aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub that is very slow growing and reaches 30'-60' high. It can tolerate sun or shade , moist or dry conditions, and droughts. The California Bay is a native of California and Oregon.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
40-60'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Green
Fruit Season
Fall
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
Design Styles
Formal, Mediterranean, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Patio, Street Tree
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Wind Break, Shade Tree, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.