Vaccinium Myrtillus Seeds for Planting - Fruit Plant

Vaccinium myrtillus, commonly known as Bilberry, is a hardy low-growing deciduous shrub prized for its small dark blue edible berries rich in antioxidants and natural nutrients. This wild woodland plant thrives in cool, acidic environments and is widely used in forest gardens, natural landscapes, and permaculture systems. It spreads slowly to form dense ground cover and produces flavorful berries in summer, making it both a productive and ecological addition to edible ecosystems.

Features

• Produces wild edible antioxidant-rich berries
• Low-growing woodland ground cover shrub
• Ideal for forest gardens and natural landscapes
• Hardy perennial in cool climates
• Spreads naturally to form colonies
• Supports pollinators and wildlife
• Excellent for edible wild food systems

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Vaccinium myrtillus
• Common Name (US): Bilberry, Wild Bilberry
• Seed Type / Variety: Wild Edible Berry Shrub
• Growth Habit: Low-growing spreading deciduous shrub
• USDA Zones: 3-7
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Summer
• Sowing Season: March-May, September-November
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: March, April, May, September, October, November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 30-90 days; requires cold stratification
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to full sun (best in cool climates)
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, well-drained, organic-rich soil (pH 4.5–5.5)
• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
• Mature Plant Size: 6-18 inches tall, spreading ground cover habit
• Plant Spacing: 12-24 inches apart