Gaultheria Cuneata
Gaultheria Cuneata. An evergreen dwarf densely branched shrub with mid-green leaves. Produces racemes of white coloured flowers, followed by white fruit. Attractive ground cover shrub. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers May to June. Fruits September.
Plant in acidic soil. Partial shade, Hardy.
General Shrub Planting and care
- Water the pot thoroughly and allow to drain fully.
- If the Shrub is being planted in a lawn remove a circle of turf.
- Dig a hole twice the size of the pot being planted and fork over the base. Adding a bucketful of planting compost.
- Remove the pot gently, if well rooted cut off the pot.
- Position used. Ensure that the top of the Root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
- Replace the remaining soil and heel in, water the Shrub and area thoroughly.
- Water regular until Shrub is established.
- Apply some general fertiliser every spring.
