NATIVE – A low, straggling shrub with multiple stems; twiggy branches. Glossy foliage turns from red-green in spring to dark blue-green in summer to maroon-purple in fall. Small, white, pink-tinged, bell-shaped flowers are followed by edible blue fruit. The berries are relished by wildlife and humans alike. Relies on bees for pollination. Botanical Name- Vaccinium angustifolium Pronunciation- vak-SIN-ee-um an-gus-tih-FOH-lee-um Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 2 ft Mature Height- 2 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade Soil Preferences- Well-drained, evenly moist to dry, acidic soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- White / pink Bloom Time- May Companion Plants- Gaultheria procumbens – native acidic groundcover synergy Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble especially), fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – BVGC Yearly Care Instructions- Prune old canes after fruiting; use acidic fertilizer and keep soil consistently moist. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove old wood and encourage fruit production. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with an acidic fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in spring; moderate feeding need. Clay soil should be heavily amended with acidic organic matter. Fertilizer Recommendation- Berry-tone Possible Issues- Blueberry maggot, powdery mildew
