Wintergreen Seeds (Gaultheria Procumbens) for Planting

Grow Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) from premium Non-GMO seeds and enjoy a low-growing, aromatic evergreen plant known for its glossy foliage and bright red berries. Perfect for cool, shaded areas, Wintergreen adds color, texture, and fragrance to your garden year-round.

Native to North America, this hardy groundcover thrives in acidic, well-drained soils and produces delicate white-pink blooms followed by red berries that persist through winter. Ideal for woodland gardens, containers, and ornamental borders, Wintergreen is both beautiful and resilient.

Features:

• Evergreen groundcover with aromatic leaves

• Non-GMO and naturally sourced seeds

• Produces decorative red berries and white blooms

• Thrives in partial shade and acidic soil

• Perfect for containers, rock gardens, and shaded landscapes

Specifications:

• Common Name: Wintergreen, Eastern Teaberry

• Scientific Name: Gaultheria procumbens

• Plant Type: Evergreen perennial groundcover

• Growth Habit: Low-spreading mat-forming plant

• Height: 4–8 inches (10–20 cm)

• Spread: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)

• Foliage: Glossy green leaves turning bronze in winter

• Flower Color: White to pale pink

• Fruit: Small red berries

• Bloom Time: Summer (June–August)

• Berry Season: Late summer to winter

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade

• Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: 4.5–6.0

• Watering: Regular; prefers consistently moist soil

• Temperature Range: 45–75°F (7–24°C)

• Season: Best planted in spring or fall

• Germination Time: 30–60 days (requires light for germination)

• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds on the soil surface; do not cover, as light aids germination.

2. Use acidic, well-draining soil in a shaded or partially shaded area.

3. Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.

4. Maintain a temperature of 65–75°F for germination.

5. Transplant seedlings to outdoor locations after frost danger passes.

6. Mulch to conserve moisture and protect shallow roots.