Creeping Snowberry (Gaultheria Hispidula) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A low, creeping, evergreen shrub native to North America, producing small white edible berries.

Creeping Snowberry

Creeping Snowberry

Gaultheria Hispidula

A low, creeping, evergreen shrub native to North America, producing small white edible berries.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Snowberry

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Ericaceae
Genus:Gaultheria