Dangleberry, Blue huckleberry

Gaylussacia frondosa

Physical Characteristics

Gaylussacia frondosa is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) 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. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Eastern N. America - New Hampshire to Virginia, Alabama, Ohio and Louisiana.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[2, 3, 62]. Sweet and juicy[11, 43, 235], they are good to eat[183]. The fruit is about 8mm in diameter[235].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known