Vaccinium ovatum - California Huckleberry (Plant) gloves Host plant for the Mournful

Host plant for the Mournful Duskywing butterfly

Cold Hardy to Less than 15 degrees F Distribution Selected for the garden Natural Habitat Coastal sage scrub

Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Selected by Phil Van Soelen from a Heart's Desire Beach in Marin County Natural Habitat Sandy places

Has deep root system to tap groundwater

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Vaccinium ovatum - California Huckleberry (Plant) gloves Host plant for the MournfulOur native huckleberry has tasty fruit. Recommended under conifers in moist shady spot. Grows best in acidic soil near coast but can be coaxed to grow further inland if protected from afternoon sun and given regular garden care. Plant Characteristics Family Name Ericaceae Species Name Vaccinium ovatum Common Name California Huckleberry Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Coast Shade, Inland Shade, Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type Loam,