Vaccinium ovatum - California Huckleberry (Plant) Perennial One of our locally native

One of our locally native species

It has red stems and blue-green foliage

September Evergreen/Deciduous Winter deciduous/dormant Height by Width 2ft

Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Southern Sierra Nevada

Vaccinium ovatum - California Huckleberry (Plant) Perennial One of our locally nativeOur native huckleberry has tasty fruit. Recommended under conifers in moist shady spot. Grows best in acidic soil near coast but can be coaxed to grow further inland if protected from afternoon sun and given regular garden care. Plant Characteristics Family Name Ericaceae Species Name Vaccinium ovatum Common Name California Huckleberry Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Coast Shade, Inland Shade, Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type Loam,