Grouseberry (Vaccinium scoparium)

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

Vaccinium scoparium is a deciduous Shrub growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower in May. 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. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour other foods or to thicken soups. — Fruit - raw or cooked and used in pies, jellies, jams, breads, muffins etc.; The dried fruits can be used to flavour other foods or to thicken soups.; The fruit is about 4 - 6mm in diameter.; The fresh or dried leaves can be used to make a kind of tea.

Habitat & North American Range

Usually found at high elevations. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)