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Vaccinium ovatum [Benton County, OR]
Also Known As
- Box Blueberry
- Evergreen Huckleberry
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-12'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Vaccinium ovatum [Benton County, OR] plant details
Vaccinium ovatum [Benton County, OR] is a moderate-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green and red foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge followed by black and purple fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Vaccinium ovatum [Benton County, OR]
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and red
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
- Uses: cut leaves, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Vaccinium ovatum [Benton County, OR]
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Vaccinium ovatum [Benton County, OR]
By: John Rusk
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View Original Photo![Photo of Vaccinium ovatum [Benton County, OR] foliage by Leonora (Ellie) Enking](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/65/3b/653b373e23551b9833cf3c38e7849006.webp)
By: Leonora (Ellie) Enking
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By: John Rusk
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View Original PhotoGardening facts about Vaccinium ovatum [Benton County, OR] plant
How to Grow Vaccinium ovatum [Benton County, OR]
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- red
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- bees
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Fruit
- purple
- black
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
See other plant types of Vaccinium for your garden
aka Vaccinium glauco-album, Grey-White Huckleberry, Himalayan Huckleberry
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Chandler'
aka Vaccinium 'Chandler', Blueberry, Chandler Northern Highbush Blueberry
Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 5'-7'
Width: 5'-7'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Legacy Northern Highbush Blueberry
Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun
- even moisture
Scientific Name: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Patriot'
aka Vaccinium 'Patriot', Patriot Blueberry
Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
3a-8b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue', Dwarf Blueberry, Sunshine Blue Southern Highbush Bluebery
Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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