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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

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

Other: remove seed from fruit prior to treatments

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia

Native

Introduced

Vaccinium arboreumVaccinium arboreum

Farkleberry, Sparkleberry

In Stock: 0.403 lb (Total:0.403lb)

Vaccinium arboreum

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0.4 lb LA

Details

Germination:

83%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

82%

Seeds per lb:

372,280

Quantity:

0.4 lb

Collected in:

Louisiana

Crop year:

2020

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1828417

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

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

Other: remove seed from fruit prior to treatments

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia

Native

Introduced

Discover the beauty and resilience of Vaccinium arboreum, commonly known as Farkleberry or Sparkleberry, a captivating native shrub perfect for diverse landscapes. Renowned as the tallest among blueberry relatives, this versatile plant can thrive as a small tree or expansive shrub, reaching heights of 10 to 30 feet under optimal conditions. Its deciduous to semi-evergreen nature makes it suitable for various climates, and in southern regions, it may even retain its glossy, green foliage through winter.
In late spring, expect an enchanting display of small, fragrant, white bell-shaped flowers adorning its branches. These are soon replaced by inedible, yet persistent black berries in the fall, a delight for local wildlife. The leaves present a stunning transformation, turning deep shades of red, orange, and purple, contrasting beautifully with its unique patchy, exfoliating bark in tones of gray, brown, and reddish-brown.
Ideal for woodland gardens, this drought and heat-tolerant plant thrives in dry, sandy, or rocky soils, preferring sun to partial shade. Perfectly suited for hardiness zones 7-9, incorporate Farkleberry into your landscape to enjoy its year-round spectacle and ecological value.