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Creeping Snowberry

Gaultheriahispidula

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Family

Ericaceae (er-ek-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Gaultheria (gol-THAIR-ee-uh)

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Species

hispidula (hiss-PID-yoo-luh)

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Synonym

Chiogenes hispidula

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Evergreen

Provides Winter Interest

Textured

Height

under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing

36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)

USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)

USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)

USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Late Spring/Early Summer

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