Evergreen Huckleberry Plants | Native Evergreen Shrubs

Evergreen Huckleberry

1 Gallon

$19.00

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Evergreen Huckleberry

Vaccinium ovatum, California Huckleberry

Native Shade-Loving Edible • Year-Round Ornamental Beauty • Wild Berry Flavor for Gourmets

$19.00

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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Evergreen Huckleberry is a stunning native gem that offers year-round beauty and a delicious, wild-harvested flavor. This versatile, shade-tolerant shrub provides glossy evergreen foliage, delicate spring flowers, and a crop of sweet, dark blue berries, making it an indispensable addition to naturalistic Bay Area gardens.

A beautiful, slow-growing native evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery dark green leaves and new growth in bronze.
Produces small, sweet, dark blue to purple-black berries that are delicious fresh and highly prized for traditional jams and pies.
Thrives in partial to full shade, making it one of the few fruit-producing plants perfect for woodland gardens, north-facing walls, or under the dappled shade of trees.
An excellent habitat plant that provides food for birds and pollinators, and shelter for small wildlife.
Highly adaptable to acidic soil and once established, is quite drought-tolerant, reflecting its native California coastal range.
Perfect for use as a hedge, foundation planting, or specimen shrub in shady areas where other edibles struggle.

Flavor Profile:

Flavor: Sweet with a unique, wild berry flavor that is less intense but more complex than cultivated blueberries. Some detect subtle hints of spice.
Texture: Small and soft when fully ripe.
Best Uses: A gourmet wild treat fresh off the bush, exceptional for making uniquely flavored jams, jellies, and syrups. A key ingredient in traditional Native American and pioneer cooking.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Foliage: Oval, glossy, leathery leaves with fine serrations. The foliage is a deep green, with new growth emerging in an attractive bronze hue.Flowers: Small, urn-shaped, pinkish-white flowers that hang in clusters from the branches during spring.Fruit: Classic blueberries that start red and ripen to a deep blue with a distinctive frosty bloom (powdery coating). The berries are sweet and firm, excellent for fresh eating, jams, jellies, pies, or drying.Habit: Upright, mounding, deciduous shrub valued for both its ornamental and fruit-producing qualities.
Mature Height: 3-10 ft.
Mature Width: 4-5 ft.
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade (appreciates afternoon shade in hotter climates)
Key Advantages:Reliable, high-quality fruit production.Attractive ornamental features throughout the seasons (flowers, fruit, foliage).Excellent for both fresh eating and processing
Landscape Uses:Native plant gardens.Woodland or shade gardens.Edible hedges or foundation plantings.Ornamental specimen shrub

Q: Can I grow this in full sun?A: It prefers shade, especially in hotter inland areas. In full sun, especially in the Bay Area‘s intense summer sun, it may require much more water and its leaves can scorch. Partial shade is ideal.
Q: How does the taste compare to a blueberry?A: The flavor is different—less juicy and sweet, but with a more complex, earthy, and “wild“ taste that many foragers and chefs highly value. It‘s a different culinary experience.
Q: Is it difficult to grow?A: Not at all, if you match its conditions. It needs acidic, well-draining soil (like rhododendrons) and shade. Once established in a suitable spot, it is very low-maintenance and long-lived.