Gaultheria hispida Snowberry (Ericaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Gaultheria hispida
Snowberry
Evergreen shrub
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The Gaultheria hispida plant species is found in Australia - Tasmania. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Snowberry.

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Latin Name:  Gaultheria hispida
Common Name:  Snowberry
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  R.Br.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.9   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Mountains to 1200 metres. Usually in wet eucalyptus forests in the montane and sub-alpine zone[144].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a moist but not boggy humus rich soil in shade or semi-shade[11, 182]. A peat and moisture loving species, it requires a lime-free soil[11, 182]. Prefers a warmer climate than Britain in order to do really well, but it is quite hardy here[11]. It is sometimes temperamental in cultivation[182]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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