Cylindraceum Blueberry / Huckleberry (Vaccinium cylindraceum)

Family: Ericaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Vaccinium cylindraceum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft) by 2 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. It is in flower in June, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils and can grow in very acid soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

mild but pleasant flavour. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A reasonable size, up to 25mm long though not very fat, the fruit is juicy with a mild but pleasant flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 9)