Thin-leaf-huckleberry

Vaccinium membranaceum

Vaccinium

Ericaceae

Flowering Plants

Zone 4–9

🐾 Pet-Safe

Thin-leaf huckleberry thrives in partially shaded woodland gardens with consistently moist, acidic soil rich in organic matter. Mulch heavily around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, and avoid alkaline soils or fertilizers. This native shrub rewards patience with clusters of small berries beloved by wildlife.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Moderate

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Moderate

Mature Height

12″ – 48″

Soil

loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

48″

Watering Schedule

Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply Until Soil Is Consistently Moist; Do Not Allow To Fully Dry Out

Soil pH

4.5 – 5.6

Temperature

-25° – 95°F

Mature Spread

up to 48″

Root Depth

Medium

Foliage

Medium

Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Alberta

Arizona

British Columbia

California

Colorado

Idaho

Michigan

Montana

Ontario

Oregon

South Dakota

Utah

Washington

Wyoming

Attracts

🐝 Bees

🐝 Butterflies

🐝 Birds

Safety & Use

⚕ Medicinal

🐾 Pet-safe

Sources

Data: trefle, usda

Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 20, 2021 by Cade Lillquist (cc-by-sa)

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