Alpine Blueberry

Vaccinium gaultherioides, Ericaceae

Zones

2–6

Layer

Ground Cover

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerGround CoverPollinator AttractorMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

4.5 – 6

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Blue ShamrockParochetus communis

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Low ServiceberryAmelanchier humilis

Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing

Chinese Bush CloverLespedeza cuneata

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Sensitive Partridge PeaChamaecrista nictitans

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Mountain GooseberryRibes montigenum

Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Darrow's BlueberryVaccinium darrowii

Blueberry species can share specific fungal diseases and root rot pathogens

Grouse WhortleberryVaccinium scoparium

Alpine blueberries compete for acidic soil conditions and share blueberry-specific diseases

Uses

Functions

Soil AcidificationMycorrhizal PartnershipHigh-Altitude Fruit Production

Edible Parts

Berries

Medicinal Uses

AntioxidantUrinary HealthAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Alpine Blueberry grow in?

Alpine Blueberry grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 6.

What are good companion plants for Alpine Blueberry?

Good companions for Alpine Blueberry include Blue Shamrock, Low Serviceberry, Chinese Bush Clover, Sensitive Partridge Pea, Mountain Gooseberry.

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