Shrub
Deerberry
Vaccinium stamineum
Varieties We Carry
StandardVaccinium stamineum
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$19.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 9.
LightFull Sun, Part Sun
WaterLow
Mature size3-10 feet × 3-6 feet
About Deerberry
Deerberry (Vaccinium stamineum) is a deciduous to semi-evergreen native blueberry relative found across the eastern United States, bearing drooping clusters of white bell-shaped flowers and small, greenish to bluish-purple berries. An understory shrub valued in native woodland and wildlife gardens. Starting at $19.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Light
Plant Deerberry in full sun to partial shade; it naturally grows as an understory shrub but performs best in open sunny sites with at least 4–6 hours of direct sun in Northeast Florida landscapes.
Water
Deerberry is drought-tolerant once established in Florida's sandy soils and requires minimal supplemental irrigation. Water regularly during the establishment period; thereafter rely on natural rainfall except during extended dry spells.
Soil & Fertilizer
Requires acidic, sandy, well-drained soil with pH below 6.0; Florida's native sandy soils are well-suited. Mulch with pine straw to maintain soil acidity and moisture. Fertilize sparingly with an acid-forming fertilizer in spring if growth is poor.
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Common questions
Is Deerberry a good plant for St. Augustine?
Deerberry is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 3-10 feet × 3-6 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.