tāwiniwini
Gaultheria antipoda | tāwiniwini, bush snowberry, fool’s beech
This bushy, spreading shrub is a hardy and easy-to-grow plant perfect for any gardener. It boasts small, leathery leaves year-round, complemented by delicate white, bell-shaped flowers in summer. As autumn arrives, these blossoms give way to attractive, fleshy red berries, adding continued seasonal interest.
typical habitat.
subalpine scrub
open rocky places
drainage.
dry
free draining
well drained
moist
sun.
partial shade
full shade
mature specifications.
height | 2m
width | 1m
pollinators calendar.
flowering | November - February
fruiting | February - May
did you know?
Historically, māori ate the sweet, ripe fruit of this plant, which appeared in pink, red, or white hues, especially earlier in the summer and autumn fruiting season.