Gaultheria sp. Assorted Wintergreen is a charming, cold-loving plant admired for its glossy evergreen foliage, fragrant wintergreen aroma, and bright red berries that add a festive pop of colour. Commonly used as a decorative holiday plant, it brings a fresh woodland feel to indoor displays while remaining compact, tidy, and easy to care for in cool environments.

Family: Ericaceae
Genus: Gaultheria
Scientific Designation: Gaultheria sp.
Edible Fruit Bearing or Ornamental?: Ornamental (berries are not recommended for consumption from decorative stock)
Soil Type: Acidic, peat-rich, well-draining potting mix
Preferred Soil pH: 4.5 to 6.0 (acidic)
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light or part shade; prefers cooler temperatures
Watering Requirements: Keep soil evenly moist; avoid letting it dry completely
Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 3 to 7 (outdoors in Manitoba when planted in spring; decorative potted plants are not winter-hardy in containers)
Height: 6 to 12 in
Spread: 10 to 18 in
Soil Drainage Requirements: Prefers moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
Fertilizer Recommendation: Feed lightly in spring with an acid-loving plant fertilizer if kept long-term
Manitoba Specific Climate Notes: Potted wintergreen is best kept indoors during the holiday season; can be planted outdoors in spring as a hardy groundcover. Protect from dry indoor air and heat vents.

Plant and pot may not be exactly as shown.