Among the best flavored of all wild blueberries. Medium-large dark berries produced singularly. Native to the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Ripens August-September. A favorite food source of elk, deer and bears. Mountain Huckleberry is a slow growing, drought tolerant and hardy shrub to about 5 ft.
ZONE: 4-9
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Late season. Self-fertile.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun to part shade, balanced moisture, reduce grass competition in root zone. Top dress with compost or forest duff yearly. Pruning not necessary.
CHILL HOURS: 1000-1200 hours below 45F.
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Excellent.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 5’.
