American Cranberry
Description
Harvest your own Thanksgiving treats! Hardy, low-maintenance, evergreen shrub makes an excellent ground cover. Produces large, tart berries perfect for making holiday meals, cookies, muffins and more. Also enjoyed in spring, for its lovely pink flowers. Requires low-pH, acidic soil. Cold-hardy. Ripens in late-September through October. Self-pollinating. (Vaccinium macrocarpon)
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Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Pink, White |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late September To October |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Average Moistness |
| Soil pH Level | 4.5 - 5.5 |
| Taste | Good/tart |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 3 |
| Zone Range | 2 - 7 |
Zone Compatibility
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow cranberry plants in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
