Gaultheria procumbens 'Gaulsidh5' | Cherry Berries Red Wintergreen

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DESCRIPTION
Gaultheria procumbens 'Gaulsidh5' is a compact evergreen ground cover prized for its glossy, deep green leaves that turn rich shades of red or bronze in cooler months. In summer, delicate bell-shaped white to pale pink flowers appear, hanging gracefully beneath the foliage. These flowers give way to bright red berries in autumn, which persist through winter, providing vibrant color and seasonal interest.

Native to North America, Gaultheria procumbens thrives in woodland environments and is a popular choice for adding texture and visual appeal to shaded areas. The Cherry Berries cultivar is valued for its profusion of fruit and tidy growth habit, making it ideal for borders, rock gardens, or container displays. Its year-round beauty and low-maintenance nature make it a versatile and enduring addition to a variety of garden styles.

DESCRIPTION
Gaultheria procumbens 'Gaulsidh5' is a compact evergreen ground cover prized for its glossy, deep green leaves that turn rich shades of red or bronze in cooler months. In summer, delicate bell-shaped white to pale pink flowers appear, hanging gracefully beneath the foliage. These flowers give way to bright red berries in autumn, which persist through winter, providing vibrant color and seasonal interest.

Native to North America, Gaultheria procumbens thrives in woodland environments and is a popular choice for adding texture and visual appeal to shaded areas. The Cherry Berries cultivar is valued for its profusion of fruit and tidy growth habit, making it ideal for borders, rock gardens, or container displays. Its year-round beauty and low-maintenance nature make it a versatile and enduring addition to a variety of garden styles.

  • Family: Ericaceae
    Height: 6 to 12 inches
    Width: 12 to 18 inches
    Foliage color: Glossy dark green, turning reddish-bronze in winter
    Flower color: White to pale pink
    Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
    Light requirements: Partial shade to full shade
    Water requirements: Moderate
    Maintenance: Low
    Growing zone: Zones 3 to 8
    Wildlife attractors: Attracts birds (berries) and pollinators like bees

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  • Works Well In:
    ‍ ‍ ● Woodland Gardens
    ‍ ‍ ● Under Trees
    ‍ ‍ ● Containers
    ‍ ‍ ● Rock Gardens

    Companion Plants:
    ‍ ‍ Wild ginger Japanese anemones
    Sweet Box Sweet woodruffs
    Bergenias Hellebores

    Design Tip:
    Repeat this evergreen groundcover beneath shrubs and small trees to create a unified woodland floor with year-round appeal. Surround it with contrasting foliage forms and staggered seasonal highlights so flowers, berries, and evergreen texture provide continuous visual interest throughout the year.