Gaultheria shallon

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Salal, Lemon Leaves

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        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 ft.. When planted in shaded areas with rich soil it will grow to 4-10 ft.. This plant is a California native. -Cornflower Farms

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Black

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation systems at least once per month (or after each mowing).

Monitor each cycle to identify obvious problems and to confirm that all of the components are functioning properly.

Contact your water agency for assistance.