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California Native Plant

Gaultheria shallon

Salal, Lemon Leaves

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Jennifer Chandler

 

Description

Salal is an evergreen shrub bearing pinkish flowers in spring. Given full sun and poor, dry soil, it grows to 2' tall. When planted in shaded areas with rich soil, it will grow to 4'-10' tall. This plant is a California native.

 

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.