Gaultheria shallon

North America.

Shallon is a densely growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 40 - 80 cm and is approx. 0.8 - 1 m wide.

High leaf ornamental value. The evergreen leaves of the Shallon are dark green, ovate, leathery, alternate, serrated. They are about 5 - 10 cm in size.

The pink, bell-shaped flowers of the Shallon appear in clusters from May to June.

The black-red, round fruits of Gaultheria shallon are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

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

Preferred location in partial shade.

The Shallon has good frost hardiness.

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

Tub, solitary, group planting, grave, heather garden, rock garden, 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).