Sweetgale (Myrica Gale) is a perennial shrub in the Myricaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 2-6. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Myrica gale is a low-growing, aromatic, deciduous shrub native to northern regions with glossy, sweet-scented foliage.

Sweetgale

Sweetgale

Myrica Gale

Myrica gale is a low-growing, aromatic, deciduous shrub native to northern regions with glossy, sweet-scented foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
2-6

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, screen, nitrogen fixer, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sweetgale

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Myricaceae
Genus:Myrica