Red Bilberry (Vaccinium parvifolium)

Family: Ericaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Vaccinium parvifolium is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.8 m (6ft) by 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. 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, Late Summer, Fall

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour, but it is very palatable. — Fruit - raw or cooked and used in making jams, pies, jellies etc.; The fruit can also be dried for later use.; An acid flavour, but it is very palatable.; The fruit makes a very superior jelly.

Habitat & North American Range

Coastal forests. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)