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Narrowed By:Characteristics: Fragrant + Seasonal Interest: Winter+ Height: 6 - 12 in.+ Botanical Name: G - L
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Gaultheria procumbens Gaultheria procumbens
(Wintergreen, Checkerberry) Be the first to rate this plant
Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This creeping, rhizomatous shrublet grows to 6 inches, with scalloped or bristly toothed, glossy, dark green leaves. Foliage has a strong wintergreen scent when crushed. Urn-shaped white or pale pink flowers appear in summer and mature to aromatic scarlet fruit that often persists into the following spring.

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