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Vaccinium brittonii
Deciduous shrub
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The Vaccinium brittonii plant species is found in Eastern N. America - New Brunswick to New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Michigan. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as V. angustifolium nigrum. (Wood.)Dole.

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Latin Name:  Vaccinium brittonii
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  Porter.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Dry open barrens, peats and rocks[43].



Cultivation Notes:  We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in most parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. 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 in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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