Kinnikinnick, also known as Bearberry, is a low-growing evergreen shrub that bears red edible berries that are mild in flavour and a bit mealy in texture. Traditionally eaten by Indigenous peoples, they were often dried or mixed with other foods.
Kinnikinnick is a very hardy ground cover and can be used as a bank stabilizer to control erosion. Kinnikinnick also tolerates light foot traffic, making it a suitable lawn alternative.
Common names: Kinnikinnick, Bearberry, Bear Berry
Edible: Berries Harvest timing: July - August
Scientific name:Arctostaphylos uva-ursi Light requirements: Full sun or part sun Full-grown size: 4-8" high x 3-5' Hardiness: Zone 4 Pollination: Self-pollinating Wildlife: Attracts pollinators, hummingbirds and wildlife. Origin: Europe and North America. Native to B.C. Noteworthy: Drought tolerant. Also tolerates rocky/gravely, well-drained soil.
WEDO NOT SHIPLIVE PLANTS. THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP AT OUR NURSERY IN ERRINGTON, BC.
