Gaultheria antipoda aka Snowberry

Taxonomy ID: 4503

Common names

Snowberry, Fools Beech, Bush Snowberry

More information about Snowberry

What is the region of origin of Snowberry

Snowberry’s native range is New Zealand.

What are the water needs for Snowberry

Snowberry should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Snowberry

Snowberry loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

How to fertilize Snowberry

The growth of Snowberry is gradual and it doesn't necessitate any additional fertilizers. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should suffice to provide the plant with sufficient nutrition. It's important to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun's rays, not fertilizers.

Is Snowberry toxic to humans/pets?

Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.

More info:
Wikipedia GBIF

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