Vaccinium arboreum Farkleberry (Ericaceae) Evergreen tree

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Vaccinium arboreum
Farkleberry
Evergreen tree
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The Vaccinium arboreum plant species is found in Southeastern N. America - Virginia to Florida, west to Texas. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Farkleberry.

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Latin Name:  Vaccinium arboreum
Common Name:  Farkleberry
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  Marsh.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Moist sandy soils by ponds and streams[82]. Usually found in most shady slightly alkaline soils along stream banks, bluffs, hammocks and in open woods[229].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a moist but freely-draining lime free soil, preferring one that is rich in peat or a light loamy soil with added leaf-mould[11, 200]. Prefers a very acid soil with a pH in the range of 4.5 to 6, plants soon become chlorotic when lime is present. Succeeds in full sun or light shade though it fruits better in a sunny position[200]. Requires shelter from strong winds[200]. Dislikes root disturbance, plants are best grown in pots until being planted out in their permanent positions[200]. Plants are deciduous when growing in cold climates[11]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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