Bearberry
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi- Commonly known as Bearberry is
mostly seen on rocky, sandy, and dry soils as ground cover. Prefers areas with
full direct sunlight or light shade. Blooming period happens from April through
May. Plant produces a fruit called drupes which are green in the summer and
turn to red in the fall. Sometimes berries can stay on a plant throughout
winter. The berry is described as tasteless but many animals rely on this for
food.
"Arctostaphylos
Uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' - Plant Finder." Arctostaphylos Uva-ursi
'Massachusetts' - Plant Finder. N.p., n.d. Web. 11 Sept. 2014.
"Plant
Finder." Prairie Nursery. N.p., n.d. Web. 11 Sept. 2014.
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