Bearberry Flower Seeds

Key Features:

• Evergreen groundcover forming dense, low mats

• Produces white to pale pink spring flowers followed by small red berries

• Ideal for rock gardens, slopes, woodland edges, and erosion control

• Tolerates poor, sandy, and acidic soils

• Non-GMO, high-quality seeds selected for natural germination reliability

Specifications

• Seed Name: Bearberry

• Botanical Name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

• Plant Type: Evergreen Perennial Groundcover

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–7

• Mature Height: 4–12 inches

• Spread: Forms creeping mat over time

• Flowers: Small white to pink bell-shaped flowers in spring

• Berries: Red berries that persist into fall and winter

• Planting Season: Spring or Fall

• Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade

• Soil Type: Sandy, rocky, or acidic well-draining soil

• Water Needs: Low once established

• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Special Requirement: Cold stratification is necessary for germination

Planting Guide

1. Seed Preparation:
   Cold stratify seeds for 60–90 days in moist sand or peat inside refrigeration.

2. Sowing Depth:
   Surface sow seeds and gently press into soil; do not bury deeply.

3. Germination Conditions:
   Maintain cool temperatures (55–70°F) and consistent light moisture.

4. Light Exposure:
   Provide full sun or light shade depending on climate.

5. Transplanting:
   Move seedlings to outdoor beds once sturdy and frost risk has passed.