Vaccinium stamineum

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Forest Plants of the Southeast and Their Wildlife Uses by J.H. Miller and K.V. Miller

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Vaccinium stamineumVaccinium stamineum

Deerberry, Highbush Huckleberry

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Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

598,950

Quantity:

0.01 lb

Collected in:

Florida

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

5

Item ID:

1834718

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: soak in warm water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, cover seedbed with some shade

Discover the beauty and flavor of Vaccinium stamineum, also known as deerberry, squaw huckleberry, or gooseberry. This stunning flowering shrub belongs to the heath family and is native to eastern North America. Its white bell-shaped flowers emerge from April to June (and sometimes in October through November) and bear five spreading petals. The plant's fruit is a pubescent berry that's juicy and edible. Highly variable, several varieties of Vaccinium stamineum have been named. You'll typically find this shrub growing in rocky or sandy soil in xeric woodlands. Don't miss the opportunity to bring home this beautiful, flavor-rich shrub.

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