GAULTHERIA SHALLON

Gaultheria shallon
Oregon wintergreen

»  Leathery, evergreen leaves
»  Pinkish-white blooms in spring to summer
»  Purple berries are enjoyed by birds
Category:Broad-leaf Evergreen
Hardiness Zone:5-9
Height:1-10 ft
Bloom Color:Pink Shades, White Shades
Foliage Color:Green Shades
This evergreen shrub is prized in the floral industry for its long-lasting greenery in bouquets. It has glossy, leathery leaves with a coarse texture and grows rapidly in shaded areas. Ideal for naturalized or woodland gardens, it provides wildlife food, cover, and habitat. With dark brown to gray bark and reddish-burgundy young stems, it offers visual interest.