Gaultheria procumbens has many names, among which are Eastern teaberry, Boxberry & American wintergreen. No matter what they choose to call it, one thing that all gardeners agree on is the plant's ability to provide groundcover & suppress weeds, even in partially shady areas. In addition to this practical use, Checkerberry makes a colourful addition to cottage, woodl&, wildlife & sloped gardens, for it flowers in the summer. These white, bell-shaped blooms are succeeded by scarlet berries. The autumn sees the hardy shrub's green foliage take on a reddish tone, making for a wonderful, festive spectacle in the winter.
Height: 15cm (6). Spread: 1m (3'3).