Empetrum nigrum subsp. nigrum

Crowberry is a hardy, low-growing evergreen shrub native to boreal and subarctic regions, prized for its small black edible berries and dense needle-like foliage. It thrives in acidic, peaty, well-drained soils and cooler climates, making it ideal for native or wildlife gardens in northern areas. Once established it is quite self-sufficient, requiring little pruning or fertilizing.