Cascade Jewel Huckleberry

Vaccinium ovatum 'Cascade Jewel' PP#35,894

Cascade Jewel is an advanced evergreen huckleberry cultivar developed by Oregon State University, marking a notable advancement in native plant breeding. This tetraploid variety exhibits improved growth and nursery qualities over wild types. It produces medium to large, shiny purple-black berries in summer that are both visually appealing and edible. The berries offer a sweet yet tart taste, stronger and more complex than blueberries, with a unique “wild forest” flavor profile.

USDA Zone: 7-9

Mature Height: 3.5' x 3'

Sun: Full Sun to partial shade.

Ripening Time: Late summer

Pollination: n/a