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Gaultheria shallon

Genus: Gaultheria - Species: shallon - Family: Ericaceae

Phonetic Spelling: gol-THEER-ee-uh SHAL-lon

Common Names:

Oregon Wintergreen
Salal
Shallon

Tags

wildlife friendly

evergreen

evergreen shrub

bird friendly

edible fruits

deer browsing plant

cutting garden

showy fruits

heavy shade tolerant

thickets

mammals

food source soft mast fruit

blue fruits

understory shrub

Quick Facts

Height: Not specified
Width: Not specified
USDA Zones:
- 7a
- 7b
- 8a
- 8b
- 9a
- 9b
- 6a
- 6b
- 5a
- 5b
NC Region:Not specified
Origin:Alaska to western U.S.A.
Life Cycle:
- Woody
Plant Types:
- Shrub
- Ground Cover
Habit:Not specified

Distribution

N/A

Uses

Used extensively in the floral industry for long lasting greenery in bouquets.

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