Red Creeping Wintergreen Gaultheria procumbens- Evergreen Groundcover, Low Growth, Fragrant Foliage, Red Berries- Perfect for Shade Gardens, Container, Low-Maintenance 4" Pot (Pack of 15)
Red Creeping Wintergreen Gaultheria procumbens- Evergreen Groundcover, Low Growth, Fragrant Foliage, Red Berries- Perfect for Shade Gardens, Container, Low-Maintenance 4" Pot (Pack of 15)
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Creeping Wintergreen Gaultheria procumbens, Red
Description
This low-growing evergreen shrub features glossy, aromatic foliage and vibrant red berries that add color year-round. It thrives in shaded areas, making it an excellent groundcover for woodland gardens.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for groundcover, naturalized beds, shaded garden borders, and areas requiring low-maintenance landscaping.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Creeping Wintergreen Gaultheria procumbens, Red -
Common Name: Creeping Wintergreen -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 inches in height with spreading habit -
Hardiness Zones: 3-8 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen -
Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer -
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate -
Light Requirements: Part Shade to Shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes -
Indoor Friendly: Yes, in bright indirect light -
Container Friendly: Suitable -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic -
Fragrant: Yes, fragrant foliage when crushed -
Cut Flower: Yes, berries are decorative -
Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Shade-loving perennials
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining, acidic soil in shaded LOCATION -
Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged -
Soil Type: Acidic, loamy soil -
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape -
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulch to retain moisture -
Planting Depth: Bury roots just below soil surface -
Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid overly dry conditions
