Deciduous Shrub – Mayberry

Mayberry 

Botanical name: vaccinium elliottii

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 4-7 ft in height with a 3-10 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 5-9 

Growth rate: grows 12-18 inches per year 

Foliage color: green, yellow, red, brown 

Flower color: pink, white

Bloom time:  summer

Pruning instructions: prune unhealthy growth during the winter months 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the fall and winter months 

Landscape use: hedge, screening, borders, pollinator garden

Special features: cold-hardy, heat tolerant, pet-friendly, edible berries  

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : feed in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring, fall 

Best type of soil:  loam, sand 

Companion plants: ferns, wild ginger, oakleaf hydrangea, pine tree 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no