Vaccinium smallii

Description

Vaccinium smallii is a lung growth species described by Asa Gray. Vaccinium smallii is included in the blueberries , and the family lung plants. In addition to the nominal form, there is also the undersignment V. s. Glabrum. Requires a moist but freely-draining lime free soil, preferring one that is rich in peat or a light loamy soil with added leaf-mould. Prefers a very acid soil with a pH in the range of 4.5 to 6, plants soon become chlorotic when lime is present. Succeeds in full sun or light shade though it fruits better in a sunny position. Requires shelter from strong winds. Dislikes root disturbance, plants are best grown in pots until being planted out in their permanent positions. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus.