Black Huckleberry
Gaylussacia baccata
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
24"–48" H × 24"–48" W
Bloom
May, Jun
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 24 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Black huckleberry is a compact native shrub that produces small white or pink bell-shaped flowers in late spring, followed by dark blue edible berries in summer. The foliage turns attractive shades of red and orange in fall before dropping for winter.
In an HOA neighborhood
Black Huckleberry is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The flowers attract native bees and butterflies in May and June. The berries provide food for birds and small mammals throughout summer.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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