Gaultheria leschenaultii
Also Known As
- Gaultheria rudis
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-5'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 9b-10b
Gaultheria leschenaultii plant details
Gaultheria leschenaultii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gaultheria leschenaultii
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gaultheria leschenaultii
- USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
An evergreen shrubby relative of rhododendrons. This is a species native to Sri Lanka where it grows alongside Rhododendron arboreum ssp. zeylanicum. Probably with similar hardiness to that rhododendron and so best in mild climates. From seed collected in the wild, pretty sure this is the first intro into cultivation.
Gardening facts about Gaultheria leschenaultii plant
How to Grow Gaultheria leschenaultii
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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