Myrica faya (firetree, faya or haya; syn. Morella faya (Ait.) Wilbur) is a species of Myrica, native to Macaronesia (the Azores, Madeira, and the Canary Islands), and possibly also western coastal mainland Portugal.
Candleberry-myrtle is resistant to disease and, in general, does not tend to develop illnesses. Regarding upkeep, this species is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller specimens, however, should be trimmed after they finish flowering. Candleberry-myrtlet is appropriate for anyone who has an outdoor area, like a garden or a deck, and it does not demand extensive gardening experience.
How to keep Myrica Faya.
Light
Candleberry-myrtle is native to open habitats, including sunny meadows and forest edges, where abundant light is available. It flourishes in Full Sun but will also tolerate Partial Sun, demonstrating good adaptability to a range of light conditions.
Temperature
Candleberry-myrtle is fairly adaptable to temperature, able to tolerate high heat and considerable temperature swings. In hot weather, care should be taken to water appropriately and provide some shade to avoid sunburn. Conversely, Candleberry-myrtle has limited cold tolerance; it can handle moderate chill but very cold conditions may cause frost damage.
Fertilizer
Fertilize your Candleberry-myrtle in early spring to encourage healthy growth. Regular feeding improves its overall health, producing vigorous growth, greater tolerance of difficult conditions, and stronger resistance to pests and diseases. Stick to a defined fertilization routine for your Candleberry-myrtle to maintain lush foliage with deep color and a vibrant appearance.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Myrica
- Family
- Myricaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-11
- Mature Height
- 3.05 m to 14.94 m
- Mature Spread
- 3.05 m to 6.1 m
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Green, Pink
- Flower Size
- 0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
- Bloom Time
- Early spring, Mid spring
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Other names.
