Checkerberry,Wintergreen. A creeping shrub with glossy dark green leaves, which smells of wintergreen when crushed. Urn-shaped white to pale pink flowers, followed by scarlet fruit. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers June to August. Fruits September to March. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Gaultheria procumbens
A creeping shrub with glossy dark green leaves, which smells of wintergreen when crushed. Urn-shaped white to pale pink flowers, followed by scarlet fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Gaultheria |
|---|---|
| Species | procumbens |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Checkerberry, Wintergreen |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Creeping |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | scarlet |
| Fruits When | September, March |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Ground cover |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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