Teaberry
Gaultheria procumbens
Description:
This subshrub is common in the Pine Barrens and creates great ground cover. Flowers in late June to August and produces edible berries in September to October that persist over winter. Shade to full sun, moist soils.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | Eastern Teaberry, Wintergreen |
| Plant Family: | Ericaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Shrubs/Subshrub |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Birds |
| Bloom Time: | Late June to early August |
| Fruit Timing: | Late September to October and persisting; berries edible |
| Global and State Rank: | G5, S5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Loam, Sandy |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry |
| Soil pH: | Acidic, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Partial shade to shade |
| Light Range: | Partial Shade, Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry |