Partridgeberry
(Mitchella repens)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Shrub
Height: 0.25 - 0.5 ft
Spread: 1 - 1.5 ft
Flower Color: White / Pink
Flower Time: Late Spring (May - Jul)
Fruit Type: Drupe (Berry)
Fruit Color: Red
Autumn Color: Evergreen
Sun Conditions: Part Shade / Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: High
Moisture Preference: Low / Medium
Deer Resistance*: Med
Dog Safe**: Insufficient Info
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names:
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Partridgeberry flowers are a pollen and nectar source for a variety of pollinators. The berries are eaten by a wide variety of birds and mammals.
