Pacific Wax Myrtle (Myrica californica) is a fast-growing evergreen shrub native to the Pacific Coast, valued for its rich green foliage, adaptability, and dense growth habit. Ideal for creating privacy screens or windbreaks, this low-maintenance shrub features narrow, leathery leaves with a spicy fragrance when crushed. It thrives in a wide range of conditions - from coastal gardens to urban landscapes - and tolerates wind, salt spray, and drought once established. It produces small, inconspicuous flowers followed by clusters of purplish berries that attract birds and other wildlife. Use it as a hedge, background plant, or erosion control solution on slopes. Prune to shape or let it grow naturally for a more informal look. An excellent choice for sustainable, water-wise gardens in the West and beyond.