Confederate Huckleberry (Gaylussacia Nana) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Gaylussacia nana is a small shrub native to the southeastern United States, known for its edible berries and adaptation to dry pine uplands and flatwoods.

Confederate Huckleberry

Confederate Huckleberry

Gaylussacia Nana

Gaylussacia nana is a small shrub native to the southeastern United States, known for its edible berries and adaptation to dry pine uplands and flatwoods.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, wildlife food source, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Confederate Huckleberry

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Ericaceae
Genus:Gaylussacia