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Gaultheria myrsinoides
Also Known As
- Gaultheria prostrata
- Pernettya prostrata
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 15"-18"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Gaultheria myrsinoides plant details
Gaultheria myrsinoides is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gaultheria myrsinoides
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gaultheria myrsinoides
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: acidic and well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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Gardening facts about Gaultheria myrsinoides plant
How to Grow Gaultheria myrsinoides
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Pernettya mucronata 'Alba', White-Fruited Prickly Heath
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 2'-6'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Wintergreen
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
aka Salal, Shallon
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-5'
Width: 5'-6'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Gaulnettya x wisleyensis 'Wisley Pearl', Gaultheria X Gaulnettya wisleyensis 'Wisley Pearl', Gaulthettya wisleyensis, X Gaulnettya wisleyensis
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 24"-48"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Hybrid Wintergreen
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - shade
- regular - occasional
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