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Salal

Justin Doherty2Justin Doherty2 Posts: 205
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Hi guys,

Is anyone here growing Salal (Gauleria shallon) at all?

Thanks,

Justin

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  • Justin Doherty2Justin Doherty2 Posts: 205

    Yes, Gaultheria I meant sorry :) I'm looking for growers of G. shallon.

  • Invicta2Invicta2 Posts: 663

    Seen it growing wild on slopes of Rivington Pike in Lancashire, escaped from Lord Leverhulme's garden. Obviously likes moist acid soils such as Rhododendrons appreciate, very shade tolerant.

  • steephillsteephill Posts: 2,841

    It is a serious weed in my garden, spreads rapidly and chokes out everything else so be careful where you plant it. Our local National Trust ranger said it was a problem for them too when he saw it in my garden. (He is also a beekeeper and was helping us with a swarm at the time)

    The bees love it and you can make a lovely "Goth" jelly from the fruit - very sweet and very black!

  • Justin Doherty2Justin Doherty2 Posts: 205

    Just messaged you Steephill :)

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