Evergreen Huckleberry (Vaccinium ovatum) is a small- to medium-sized evergreen shrub that prefers full to partial shade. It grows slowly and prefers acidic soil. In mid-summer, the plant produces round, small, edible black berries. The berries are a valuable traditional food for many indigenous cultures in the Pacific Northwest.
Classification: Perennial Key Characteristics: Black berries Light Requirements: Part sun to full shade Water Requirements: Moist soil Ease of Growing: High Growth Rate: Slow Bloom Time: April – May Spreads: By rhizome Benefits: Wildlife, Rain garden, Pollinators, Beneficial insects, Wildfire resistant, Riparian zones, Deer resistant, On Portland Plant List, Hummingbirds Edible: Yes Mature Height: 4-8 feet Mature Width: 3-6 feet
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