Mountain Huckleberry

Vaccinium Membranaceum

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Overview

Vaccinium membranaceum, commonly known as Mountain Huckleberry, is a North American native shrub standing at 1.5 to 6 feet tall. It thrives in moist, acidic soils in partial to full sun. Distinctive for its delicious dark purple berries and small bell-shaped pink flowers, it offers striking fall foliage coloration. Ideal for naturalized areas, it attracts pollinators and serves as a food source for wildlife. Hardy in zones 4 through 7.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 5–9Climate Mediterranean

Mountain Huckleberry (Vaccinium Membranaceum) — commonly known as Mountain Huckleberry

Mountain Huckleberry (Vaccinium Membranaceum) — is a North American native shrub standing at 1.5 to 6 feet tall

Culture

Sun: Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 2–4 Ft.
Mature width: 2–4 Ft.

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Mountain Huckleberry (Vaccinium Membranaceum) — commonly known as Mountain Huckleberry

Mountain Huckleberry (Vaccinium Membranaceum) — is a North American native shrub standing at 1.5 to 6 feet tall

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