Mountain huckleberry, or black huckleberry, is an Idaho native and Idaho's state fruit. Long-lived, huckleberry grewos slowly to 4-5' tall. It produces a flavorful black to purple fruit that is highly prized by humans and animals. Huckleberry require moist, well-drained, acidic soil that is high in organic matter and receives lots of sun. Mountain huckleberry also has outstanding fall color with orange to red to maroon hues. Huckleberries require temperatures around freezing in the winter and do best when covered with 1-2’ of snow throughout the winter. This species can be tricky to establish and has not yet been successfuly domesticated.
Native Shrub
Max Height: 5’
Max Width: 6’
Drought Hardy: Yes
Growth Rate: Slow
Wildlife Benefits: Birds, small & large mammals
Uses: Erosion control, ornamental, fruit
Plug Sizes Available: 10 cui, 20 cui
Zones: 4-8
**SEEDLINGS MUST BE ORDERED IN MULTIPLES OF 10**
Seedlings can be purchased in the following quantities, 10, 20, 30, 40 etc. If you would like 10 seedlings, please write 10 in the quantity box.
This Product is Only Available to Ship or be picked up in Spring 2024. If you choose a September or October Shipping or Pick Up Date this species will be cancelled from your order. There are no exceptions.
Price:
$2.84