Winter Splash™ Variegated Wintergreen - Holiday

Brighten your winter decor with the Holiday Winter Splash™ Variegated Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens 'GaulBri1'), a rare evergreen groundcover featuring green-and-white leaves that blush pink in cooler months. Standing just 6 inches tall, this compact plant produces fragrant foliage and bright red berries reminiscent of wintergreen candy, persisting from summer through spring. Unlike typical holiday greenery, it’s the only variegated wintergreen available, offering year-round visual interest and edible berries that attract wildlife. Thriving in shade and poor soil, its hardy nature and deer resistance make it a standout for low-maintenance gardens.

A live Winter Splash™ reduces seasonal waste and delivers a gift that keeps giving. Its crisp, minty fragrance enhances indoor spaces, while its berries add festive color to holiday displays. Once planted outdoors in spring, it spreads into a lush, evergreen carpet ideal for shady beds or containers. This living alternative has both festive charm and garden utility, appealing to eco-conscious shoppers and nature lovers alike.

Holiday Winter Splash™ Variegated Wintergreen Care

Place the plant in bright, indirect light indoors, avoiding prolonged direct sun to prevent leaf scorch. Water when the top half-inch of soil feels dry, and maintain cool temperatures between 60–70°F for optimal health. Rotate the pot weekly to promote even growth, and shield it from heat vents to mimic its preferred woodland conditions. A spot near a north-facing window or a cool entryway works best.

When frost risks pass, acclimate the wintergreen by gradually introducing it to outdoor shade over 7–10 days. Plant in acidic, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter, spacing multiple plants 12 inches apart to allow for spreading. Mulch with peat moss to retain moisture and enhance soil acidity. Once established, this hardy perennial requires minimal care, serving as a resilient groundcover or a charming container accent for years to come.