Prickly Mucronata

Gaultheria Mucronata

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Overview

Gaultheria mucronata, commonly known as Prickly Heath, is an evergreen shrub boasting small, spiny leaves. This ornamental plant reaches up to 5 feet tall and 4 feet wide, displaying bell-shaped, pink, white or red flowers in spring, followed by vibrant, berry-like fruits. Ideal for acidic soil, it thrives in USDA zones 7-10, preferring partial shade. Perfect for adding year-round interest and texture to gardens.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, MediumZones 5–9Climate Temperate

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — Gaultheria mucronata, commonly known as Prickly Heath, is an evergreen shrub boasting small, spiny leaves

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 2–5 Ft.

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — white or red flowers in spring; it should be spaced about 4 feet apart to allow for its full spread, ensuring a lush

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — This ornamental plant reaches up to 5 feet tall and 4 feet wide; with a sharply pointed tip or mucro

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — Ideal for acidic soil, it thrives in USDA zones 7-10, preferring partial shade; gaultheria mucronata, commonly known

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — Gaultheria mucronata, commonly known as Prickly Heath, is an evergreen shrub boasting small, spiny leaves; ideal for

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — Perfect for adding year-round interest and texture to gardens; it is native to South America and thrives in USDA

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — scientifically known as Gaultheria mucronata; and even red or purple.<br><br>For optimal growth

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — Often referred to as Prickly Heath or Mu√±eca; white flowers in the garden

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — it is native to South America and thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 9; perfect for adding year-round

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — The leaves are small and leathery; hence the name 'mucronata.' These dark green leaves provide a beautiful backdrop

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — with a sharply pointed tip or mucro; this ornamental plant reaches up to 5 feet tall and 4 feet wide

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — typically measuring around 1 inch long; it's an excellent choice for mass plantings

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — followed by striking berries that can range in color from white to pink; shrub with white blooms

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — white or pinkish flowers that emerge in late spring or early summer; gaultheria mucronata prefers acidic

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — hence the name 'mucronata.' These dark green leaves provide a beautiful backdrop for the bell-shaped; the leaves are

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — well-drained soil and can tolerate partial shade to full sun; or as a focal point in mixed borders

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — Gaultheria mucronata prefers acidic; white or pinkish flowers that emerge in late spring or early summer

Prickly Mucronata (Gaultheria Mucronata) — and even red or purple.<br><br>For optimal growth; scientifically known as Gaultheria mucronata

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