Gaylussacia brachycera 'Berried Treasure'

Box Huckleberry


Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms

  • Semi-evergreen glossy leaves
  • Small white pink flowers with purple blue fruit in summer
  • Red fall foliage
Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Edible
Edible
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Native
Native
No Deadheading
No Deadheading
Full Sun
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Partial Sun



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Average to dry, acidic soil that is sandy or rocky Self-fertile, but fruit production is better with cross-pollination Berries loved by humans and many wildlife species

Height: 12 in
Spread: 1-3 ft
Price Level 1: $24.99~#1
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 5-8
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Native
  • Drought Tolerant
  • No Deadheading
  • Edible
  • Low Maintenance

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall
  • Spring Bloomer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Pollinators

Soil Moisture:

  • Dry Soil
  • Average Water