Chimaphila Maculata

Chimaphila Maculata is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Spotted Wintergreen →

Common Spotted Wintergreen Problems →

Chimaphila Maculata prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Spotted Wintergreen Water Frequency →

Spotted Wintergreen Root Rot →

Chimaphila Maculata can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Spotted Wintergreen Light Requirements →

Spotted Wintergreen Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Chimaphila Maculata is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Spotted Wintergreen →

When and How to Successfully Repot Spotted Wintergreen →

Chimaphila Maculata should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

Chimaphila Maculata grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Spotted Wintergreen →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Chimaphila Maculata can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Spotted Wintergreen Temperature Tolerance →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Spotted Wintergreen →
• Drooping Spotted Wintergreen Leaves →
• Spotted Wintergreen Dropping Leaves →
• Spotted Wintergreen Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Spotted Wintergreen →
• Brown Spots on Spotted Wintergreen →
• Spotted Wintergreen Leaves Falling Over →
• Spotted Wintergreen Leaves Curling →
• Spotted Wintergreen Yellow Leaves →
• Spotted Wintergreen Root Rot →