| A dwarf form of the understory evergreen broadleaf shrub with edible black berries. Cascade Carpet gets about half the size of typical salal, to about 3 feet in height. Understory shrub with edible black berries growing in clusters. Blueberry-sized fruit were a staple food of N.W. Coastal Indians, eaten fresh, cooked, and dried. Salal makes an excellent jelly. Stems with large, leathery, coin-shaped evergreen leaves are used as filler in floral arrangements. Spreads via aggressive runners and can colonize large patches in favorable conditions; one of few shrubs that can thrive in dry shade.
ZONE: 7-9
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Late blooming, May-July. Self-fertile.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun to full shade, balanced moisture preferred during establishment. As a member of the heather family, will tolerate poor soils. Trim as needed.
CHILL HOURS: N/A hours below 45°F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Excellent.
SIZE AT MATURITY: to 3' x 6' | 