Product description
Gaultheria Mucronata ‘Signaal’ commonly known as Box Berry or Wintergreen Signaal, is a small sized evergreen shrub, typically grown as ground covers. It is a hardy plant that blooms white flowers in spring and bear delicious attract red berries in winters.
Plant Gaultheria Wintergreen and witness dazzling clusters of large scarlet berries as the plant continue to thrive into winter season. It is also known as Prickly Health Signaal. The beautiful clusters of berries set against dark green leaves, create a scenic view in a woodland garden.
Gaultheria Signaal profusely blooms bell-shaped dioecious flowers in spring and summer. Since these individual flowers are dioecious, another opposite gender plant will be required nearby to produce berries in winters.
These dwarf shrubs will thrive in acidic soil that is rich in humus and well-drained. Even though they will adapt to loamy soils, they do not like loam-based soils. Plant them in full sun light as low-level ground covers or low hedging.
Add a feed of ericaceous compost to the base and prune any suckers to limit spreading growth. Gaultheria Signaal carries winter interest, their bright berries are juicy and have a pleasant sweet flavour. These berries find their best application in fruit desserts.
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Gaultheria 'Signaal'
Gaultheria 'Signaal'
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Product description
Gaultheria Mucronata ‘Signaal’ commonly known as Box Berry or Wintergreen Signaal, is a small sized evergreen shrub, typically grown as ground covers. It is a hardy plant that blooms white flowers in spring and bear delicious attract red berries in winters.
Plant Gaultheria Wintergreen and witness dazzling clusters of large scarlet berries as the plant continue to thrive into winter season. It is also known as Prickly Health Signaal. The beautiful clusters of berries set against dark green leaves, create a scenic view in a woodland garden.
Gaultheria Signaal profusely blooms bell-shaped dioecious flowers in spring and summer. Since these individual flowers are dioecious, another opposite gender plant will be required nearby to produce berries in winters.
These dwarf shrubs will thrive in acidic soil that is rich in humus and well-drained. Even though they will adapt to loamy soils, they do not like loam-based soils. Plant them in full sun light as low-level ground covers or low hedging.
Add a feed of ericaceous compost to the base and prune any suckers to limit spreading growth. Gaultheria Signaal carries winter interest, their bright berries are juicy and have a pleasant sweet flavour. These berries find their best application in fruit desserts.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Gaura thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms throughout the growing season.
How to Water
Water Gaura plants regularly until established, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Once mature, they are drought-tolerant and require minimal watering during dry periods.
How to Plant
Plant Gaura in well-draining soil with full sun exposure. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, and set the plant so the top of the root ball is level with the soil. Space them about 45-60cm apart for good air circulation.
