Quick answer: Eastern teaberry (Gaultheria procumbens) is native to 23 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Photo: Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova, Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Part Shade, Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low water, Dry-Moist |
| Soil | Very variable, acidic pH soils |
| Bloom | Bloom Jun-Aug |
| Height | Up to 6 in tall |
| Wildlife value | Chipmunks, grouse, mice, birds, and deer eat leaves in winter, attracts birds |
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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Where is Eastern teaberry native?
Eastern teaberry (Gaultheria procumbens) is native to 23 states across the Northeast, Midwest and South. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Eastern teaberry bloom?
Eastern teaberry blooms Jun-Aug. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Eastern teaberry need?
Light: Part Shade, Shade. Water: Low water, Dry-Moist. Soil: Very variable, acidic pH soils. Mature height: Up to 6 in tall.
Is Eastern teaberry good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Chipmunks, grouse, mice, birds, and deer eat leaves in winter, attracts birds.
Is Eastern teaberry deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Eastern teaberry is drought-tolerant and tolerates shade.
Where can I buy real Eastern teaberry seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seed that names the true species, last checked 15 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Gaultheria procumbens on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Eastern teaberry.
- Highbush blueberry Vaccinium corymbosum
- Hairy beardtongue Penstemon hirsutus
- Steeplebush Spiraea tomentosa
- Southern arrowwood Viburnum dentatum
- Black huckleberry Gaylussacia baccata
- Lowbush blueberry Vaccinium angustifolium
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