Gaultheria procumbens

North America.

Checkerberry is a dwarf shrub that grows flat and carpet-like. It usually reaches a height of 15 - 20 cm and is approx. 20 - 40 cm wide. It usually grows 5 - 10 cm per year.

High leaf ornamental value. The evergreen leaves of Checkerberry are dark green, ovate, leathery and alternate. They are about 1 - 3 cm in size. With its bronze-coloured foliage, it sets beautiful accents in winter.

The light pink, bell-shaped flowers of Checkerberry appear in clusters from July to August.

The red, round fruits of Gaultheria procumbens are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Cling for a very long time.

Gaultheria procumbens is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms densely branched, runner-forming roots.

Preferred location in partial shade.

The Checkerberry has good frost hardiness.

Gaultheria procumbens thrives in all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.
Commercially available container plant soil.

Tub, heather garden, bee pasture, ground cover

The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Excess water must be able to drain away easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

- Fertilise: Monthly from April to September
- Watering: From May to September
- Pruning: In the period from August to September.