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Question: Pictured is a low-growing heath family plant (planted about 15 years ago, and not something I have seen in the …

  • Question

    Pictured is a low-growing heath family plant (planted about 15 years ago, and not something I have seen in the wild around here). I *think* it is a Gaylussacia/huckleberry but doesn't seem to match any of the three listed in GoBotany. It has never bloomed.

    Answer

    Dear bkatzenberg, good morning. I consulted with a fellow botanist and we think this may be Gaultheria shallon. Perhaps you could examine descriptions of that plant and check to see if they fit for yours. Best wishes.