Cascade Carpet Salal

Gaultheria shallon ‘Gaulsidh4′

Dainty and Tough! With a mature height of 2'-3', Cascade Carpet is significantly shorter than its species Gaultheria shallon. During spring, it produces beautiful urn-shaped white flowers, and in summer, the plant yields edible blue berries that are mildly sweet and dry easily. USPP #34,661, CPBRAF. Its evergreen leaves are leathery and used abundantly as filler in flower arranging.

Can be drought resistant once established. Prefers acidic soils. Offer afternoon shade in hotter climates.

Cold Hardy to USDA Zone: 6

Mature Height: 2' x 3'

Sun: Full Sun, will grow taller in shade.

Bloom Time: Spring

Pollination: Self-fertile