Gaultheria shallon, Salal lean soil 'Red Obelisk' is aptly named:

'Red Obelisk' is aptly named: a significant red-burgundy-black landmark when it's in leaf

Mature size: 6–8 ft T x 5–6 ft W

It's a terrific screening plant in sun and drier soil

a little smaller than other Calycanthus

Set among bright green

Gaultheria shallon, Salal lean soil 'Red Obelisk' is aptly named:An evergreen, shrubby ground cover with bright to dark green shiny round leaves. White, urn shaped flower clusters in spring and summer followed by blue black fruit which (we're told) can make a nice jam if you're so inclined. Or the birds will thank you for providing them a food source. The glossy, thick leaves and fuzzy stems are popular in flower arrangments. Salal can be thicket forming in amenable conditions the stems will recline and root as the