Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ericaceae

Genus:

Empetrum

Species:

Empetrum eamesii

USDA Symbol:

EMEA

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Subshrub

Height:

25 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun,Part Shade,Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

thrives in coastal and alpine regions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Notes:

Seeds may have low viability; cold stratification improves germination but rates are often erratic.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI