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Salal

Gaultheria Shallon

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Overview

Salal, or Gaultheria shallon, is an evergreen shrub indigenous to western North America. Thriving in USDA zones 7-9, it reaches 3-5 feet tall and spreads up to 6 feet. Salal flaunts leathery leaves and pink-tinged white blooms in spring, followed by edible, dark purple berries. It prefers partial shade to full sun and well-drained soil, offering low-maintenance ground cover and year-round foliage for naturalistic landscapes.

Sun Deep Shade, Half, ShadeWater Low, MediumZones 5–11Climate Temperate
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Salal, or Gaultheria shallon, is an evergreen shrub indigenous to western North America
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Thriving in USDA zones 7-9, it reaches 3-5 feet tall and spreads up to 6 feetSalal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Salal flaunts leathery leaves and pink-tinged white blooms in spring, followed by edible, dark purple berriesSalal (Gaultheria Shallon) — It prefers partial shade to full sun and well-drained soilSalal (Gaultheria Shallon) — offering low-maintenance ground cover and year-round foliage for naturalistic landscapesSalal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Salal (Gaultheria shallon) is an evergreen shrub native to the western regions of North AmericaSalal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Flourishing in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9+90

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
5–11

Shape & size

Mature height
3–6 Ft.
Mature width
2–6 Ft.

Classification

Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Salal, or Gaultheria shallon, is an evergreen shrub indigenous to western North America
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Thriving in USDA zones 7-9, it reaches 3-5 feet tall and spreads up to 6 feet
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Salal flaunts leathery leaves and pink-tinged white blooms in spring, followed by edible, dark purple berries
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — It prefers partial shade to full sun and well-drained soil
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — offering low-maintenance ground cover and year-round foliage for naturalistic landscapes
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Salal (Gaultheria shallon) is an evergreen shrub native to the western regions of North America
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Flourishing in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — this versatile plant thrives in a variety of lighting conditions
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — regional flavor.<br><br>For optimal growth; salal flaunts leathery leaves and pink-tinged white blooms in spring, image 90
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — from full sun to deep shade
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — bushy growth habit that provides excellent ground cover and erosion control
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — which can grow up to 5 inches long
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — add year-round interest.<br><br>Spring brings a cascade of delicate bell-shaped flowers
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — each approximately 1/3 inch in size
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — ranging in color from white to pale pink
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — These blossoms add subtle charm to the garden before giving way to edible
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — dark purple berries toward the end of summer
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — The fruit is a favorite among local wildlife and can be used in jams and jellies for a unique
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — regional flavor.<br><br>For optimal growth
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — Salal prefers well-drained
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — acidic soil rich in organic matter
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — It is ideal for woodland settings, naturalized areas, or as an understory plant beneath larger trees
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — pink flowers in the garden
Salal (Gaultheria Shallon) — shrub with pink blooms

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