Overview
Gaultheria dolichopoda is a suckering shrubs in the genus Gaultheria, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Gaultheria dolichopoda grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, rock garden, city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants, low maintenance, flower borders and beds and banks and slopes.
About
Gaultheria dolichopoda is an evergreen, suckering shrub within the Gaultheria genus, known for its simple, leathery foliage and small, bell-shaped flowers. This cultivar thrives in moist but well-drained soils, including clay, loam, and sand, and prefers acid to neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and grows well in full or partial shade, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings such as cottage gardens, rock gardens, and patios. Its winter interest adds value to informal and low-maintenance planting schemes.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Gaultheria
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Gaultheria dolichopoda size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Suckering
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Rock garden, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds, Banks and slopes
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gaultheria dolichopoda
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Gaultheria dolichopoda?
Gaultheria dolichopoda prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Gaultheria dolichopoda need?
Gaultheria dolichopoda is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Gaultheria dolichopoda hardy in the UK?
Gaultheria dolichopoda has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Gaultheria dolichopoda?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Gaultheria genus
- Gaultheria adenothrix
- Gaultheria crassa
- Gaultheria depressa
- Gaultheria erecta
- Gaultheria hispidulacreeping snowberry
- Gaultheria humifusaalpine wintergreen
- Gaultheria ovatifolia
- Gaultheria parvula 'Ohau'
