Gaultheria shallon

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Salal, Lemon Leaf

  
California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Jennifer Chandler

 

Description

Salal is an evergreen shrub bearing pinkish flowers in spring. Given full sun and poor, dry soil, it grows to 2'. When planted in shaded areas with rich soil, it will grow to 4'-10'. This plant is a California native. -Cornflower Farms

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Black

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Foundation

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.