Botanical name:

Gaultheria antipoda 

Common name(s):

Snowberry, Fools beech

About:

A bushy, spreading shrub that is native to the beautiful landscapes of New Zealand, this plant features small, leathery leaves that provide an attractive appearance year-round. During the summer months, it adorns itself with delicate white bell-shaped flowers, bringing a lovely burst of color to gardens and natural settings. After the flowering period, the shrub produces fleshy red berries that ripen in the autumn, adding further interest to its seasonal display. This versatile plant is very easy to grow and is known for its hardiness, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.

Natural habitat: 

Subalpine scrub, fell fields and rocky outcrops.

Growing environment:

Frost, Sun, Wind & Drought tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

Found throughout New Zealand

Height: 2m

Flowering: 

Summer with a Red/Pink or White coloured flowers   

Fruiting:

Autumn with a red or white coloured fruit.

Uses: 

Bird food / Attractant, Bee food & Pioneer Plantings.

How to grow:

Easily grown from fresh seed.

** Seed germinates without pre treatment. 4 weeks cold stratification will help speed this up though