{"title":"Shrub Wintergreen","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"116\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"114\"\u003eGenus: Gaultheria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"128\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ericaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wintergreen, Salal, Mountain Tea\u003cbr data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"211\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e North and South America, Asia, and Australasia; often found in cool temperate to subarctic regions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"330\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"333\"\u003eGaultheria is a genus of evergreen shrubs and groundcovers known for their leathery leaves, bell-shaped flowers, and attractive berries. Many species have glossy, aromatic foliage with a distinct wintergreen scent when crushed. The flowers are usually small, white to pink, and bell-shaped, followed by colourful berries ranging from red to white or blue. These plants typically thrive in acidic, well-drained soils and are common in woodland and heathland habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"818\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"878\"\u003ePrefers partial shade to full sun, depending on species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"931\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eRequires acidic, well-drained, organic-rich soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"984\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eMulch to maintain soil moisture and acidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003ePrune lightly to maintain shape and remove dead growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eGaultheria procumbens\u003c\/em\u003e (Eastern Wintergreen) is famous for its wintergreen oil, used in flavourings and medicinal products\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eSalal (\u003cem data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eGaultheria shallon\u003c\/em\u003e) is widely used in floral arrangements for its durable leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eSome species are used traditionally by Indigenous peoples for teas, medicinal purposes, and food\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eThe berries of certain species are edible and enjoyed by wildlife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eGaultheria plants are valued for their low maintenance and year-round ornamental appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/wintergreen.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}