Gaultheria procumbens Big Berry ('Gaubi') (PBR)
partridge berry or checkerberry
The partridge berry or checkerberry is an excellent choice for containers (when potted up using ericaceous compost), but it also makes a...
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Plant description
The partridge berry or checkerberry is an excellent choice for containers (when potted up using ericaceous compost), but it also makes a handsome ground-covering plant for a shadier spot. It forms a carpet of thick glossy evergreen foliage, which is covered in early summer with white to pale pink flowers. These are followed by aromatic deep red berries (which appear without the need of a pollination partner), and these also put on a good show in autumn.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Gaultheria procumbens Big Berry ('Gaubi') (PBR):
When planting, add plenty of well-rotted leaf mould or shredded bark to the planting hole. After flowering lightly prune or cut back those shoots that spoil the symmetry of the plant. Remove suckers to help restrict growth.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
