Vaccinium caespitosum Dwarf bilberry (Ericaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Vaccinium caespitosum
Dwarf bilberry
Deciduous shrub
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The Vaccinium caespitosum plant species is found in Northern and Western N. America - Alaska to California. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Dwarf bilberry.

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Latin Name:  Vaccinium caespitosum
Common Name:  Dwarf bilberry
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  Michx.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Rocky or gravelly banks in open woods or alpine scrub[43, 184].

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]. Hardy to about -30°c[184]. A dense suckering low-growing shrub[182], it spreads rapidly when in a suitable position[200]. Very suitable for growing in the rock garden[11]. This species is closely related to V. deliciosum[11, 182]. 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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