Click here for Wintergreen Care Guide Gaultheria procumbens - Cherry Berry Cherry Berries offers exceptionally large red berries that persist from fall through spring. Its evergreen, glossy green foliage transforms into a stunning merlot color during the cool winter months. This versatile plant works well as a ground cover or cascading feature over hardscapes. It thrives in part shade and prefers acidic, humus-rich, well-drained soil with a woodland-like environment. Growth Habit:A low, spreading plant that grows moderately, reaching 8–10 inches tall and up to 3 feet wide under optimal conditions. Plant Type: VineSoil Type: High organic matterEdible Type: FruitSelf-Fertile: Yes USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8 Plant Characteristics Pest Resistance: Excellent Disease Resistance: Excellent Drought Tolerance: Poor Heat Tolerance: Fair Humidity Tolerance: Very Good Sun Tolerance: Fair Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor Shade Tolerance: Very Good No Spray: Excellent Salt Tolerance: Poor Fresh for Kids: Very Good Deer Resistance: Poor Thorns: None This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Your comments and opinions are always welcome!
