Wintergreen Seeds – Red Berry

Add year-round beauty and natural color to your garden with Wintergreen Seeds – Red Berry Variety, an evergreen perennial groundcover known for its glossy green leaves, delicate white flowers, and bright red berries that last through winter. Scientifically known as Gaultheria procumbens, this hardy and aromatic plant is perfect for shaded areas, woodland gardens, and naturalized landscapes.

Wintergreen thrives in cool, moist, and acidic soils, forming a low-growing mat that provides excellent ground coverage and visual appeal. In spring and early summer, small white flowers bloom, followed by bright red berries in late summer that persist through the colder months. With its long-lasting color, easy growth, and cold hardiness, Wintergreen Red Berry is a perfect choice for gardeners seeking evergreen beauty and seasonal charm.

Features

• Produces white flowers and bright red berries that persist into winter

• Forms a dense evergreen mat ideal for groundcover

• Non-GMO, heirloom-quality seeds

• Hardy perennial suitable for shaded or woodland gardens

• Aromatic foliage that stays vibrant year-round

• Low-maintenance and tolerant of cold temperatures

Specifications

• Common Name: Wintergreen (Red Berry Variety)

• Scientific Name: Gaultheria procumbens

• Plant Type: Evergreen perennial groundcover

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade

• Soil Type: Moist, acidic, well-drained soil (pH 5.0–6.5)

• Germination Time: 30–60 days (requires 4–6 weeks of cold stratification)

• Days to Maturity: 120–150 days for establishment

• Plant Height: 4–6 inches

• Spacing: 10–12 inches apart

• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture without waterlogging

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–8

• Planting Season:

  • Indoor Sowing: February–April (after cold stratification)

  • Outdoor Planting: April–June (after frost risk has passed)

• Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer (May–July)

• Berry Season: Late summer through winter (August–December)