Name: Morella cerifera (Southern Wax Myrtle)

Average Landscape Size: 8–12 ft tall × 6–8 ft wide; upright, dense habit (can reach 15 ft unpruned)

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; very adaptable

Water Needs: Low; extremely drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–11; native and evergreen in Willis winters

Fertilization & Pruning: No fertilizer needed; prune anytime for desired size

Detailed Description: Here's that same fantastic native Wax Myrtle in a mature 7-gallon size for immediate impact! Most homeowners maintain these at 8–12 feet tall and 6–8 feet wide, though they can reach 15 feet if left unpruned. The beauty of this larger size is instant screening and immediate wildlife habitat from day one! Extremely drought tolerant once established and thrives in our Willis climate without any help. The aromatic evergreen foliage stays beautiful year-round, and it's a wildlife magnet for birds. Perfect when you need immediate privacy screening or that mature native landscape look from day one! No fertilizer needed and deer won't touch it – this is your go-to native solution for instant results!