Overview
Gaultheria 'Ho 0120' is a suckering shrubs in the genus Gaultheria, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Gaultheria 'Ho 0120' 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 'Ho 0120' is an evergreen shrub cultivar within the Gaultheria genus, known for its suckering habit. This plant thrives in full or partial shade and is suited to a variety of soil types including clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is moist but well-drained and preferably fertile. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and can be grown in exposed or sheltered locations with south, west, or east-facing aspects. Suitable for diverse garden settings such as cottage, gravel, rock, and city gardens, it offers seasonal interest in spring and summer.
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 'Ho 0120' 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 'Ho 0120'
- 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 'Ho 0120'?
Gaultheria 'Ho 0120' prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Gaultheria 'Ho 0120' need?
Gaultheria 'Ho 0120' 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 'Ho 0120' hardy in the UK?
Gaultheria 'Ho 0120' 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 'Ho 0120'?
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'
