Native Plants in Maryland for Winter Interest

‘Redwood’ Gaultheria procumbens – Wintergreen

Gaultheria procumbens ‘Redwood’, also known as Wintergreen,  is a creeping, woody evergreen groundcover that is excellent in woodland gardens.  The showy white flowers are bell-shaped and visited by polinators in  June to July. The leaves are leathery and glossy dark green.  In fall, the leaves turn a purplish shade, and beautiful red berries form and persist through winter.  The berries are edible with a grainy texture and a slight wintergreen flavor, the berries attract birds and other wildlife. Grows best in part-shade and moist, acidic, well-drained soil.

LGS Notes:

“I love using wintergreen in a deep shade garden for some winter interest. I have also planted it in a container in full sun with success. Walking by the bright red berries in the cold weather cheers me up!” -Lauren

“A beautiful evergreen groundcover, the straight species produces bright red berries, while the ‘Peppermint Pearl’ cultivar exhibits gorgeous bright white berries- a must-have for your winter container gardens.” -Jessica

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