One-sided Wintergreen (Orthilia Secunda) is a perennial herb in the Ericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Orthilia secunda is a small, perennial, evergreen herb with one-sided racemes of greenish-white flowers and shiny basal leaves.

One-sided Wintergreen

One-sided Wintergreen

Orthilia Secunda

Orthilia secunda is a small, perennial, evergreen herb with one-sided racemes of greenish-white flowers and shiny basal leaves.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, understory

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for One-sided Wintergreen

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Prune
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Fertilize
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Repot
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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Ericaceae
Genus:Orthilia