Gaultheria Procumbens is known for its vibrant red berries and aromatic foliage. This groundcover plant grows between 10 and 20 cm tall and can spread up to 30-60 cm. Its leaves are a beautiful dark green color. In the fall, they can turn slightly purple or red, especially if exposed to cold or drier conditions. In addition, the leaves release a fragrance when crushed or handled. The bright red berries appear in the fall and persist throughout the winter. They have a sweet, minty taste.
Non-toxic to animals. However, Consume berries in moderation. They contain methylsalicylate, a chemical compound similar to aspirin. This can cause side effects in large quantities.
- Family: Ericaceae.
- Origin: Forest of the coast of the United States and Canada
- Watering:
- Keep the soil slightly moist. Without being soggy.
- Winter: Allow the soil to dry slightly on the surface between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: Moderate.
- Type of soil: Acidic, draining and rich.
- Brightness: Moderate.
- Orientation: West, East or 1 m from a South window.
- Growth: Average.
- Temperature: Low.
- Between 16ᵒC and 20ᵒC.
- Can tolerate temperatures down to -20 ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 10 cm.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
