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.
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
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.