Characteristics:  Kinnikinnick is an evergreen mat forming woody groundcover.  Plants produce white bell-shaped flowers in spring and red berries in fall. The flowers attract bees in spring and the berries birds in fall.  Leaves are an attractive glossy green color.

Cultivation:  Kinnikinnick prefers full sun to part shade.  Plants are drought tolerant once established.   This is an adaptable species that can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Native Range:  Western and Northern tier states

Landscape Uses:   Ground cover, deer resistant