LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Evergreen
GROWTH HABIT
Creeping
BLOOM SEASON
Spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Tart
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Non-GMO
PLANT TYPE
Berry Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
0.4–0.6 in
PLANT HEIGHT
6–12 in
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
WATER NEEDS
High
HARDINESS ZONES
Temperate Cold
CONTAINER GARDEN
yes
PLANT SPACING
12–18 in
PLANTING DEPTH
0–0.125 in
GROWING CONDITIONS
Cool acidi
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does cranberry need acidic growing conditions?
Why does cranberry need acidic growing conditions?
Cranberries naturally prefer acidic growing media, so the page recommends acidic soil and avoiding alkaline conditions.
Can cranberry plants be grown in containers?
Can cranberry plants be grown in containers?
Yes. Container growing is specifically listed as suitable when moisture and acidic conditions are maintained.
How should cranberry seeds be positioned in soil?
How should cranberry seeds be positioned in soil?
The page recommends surface sowing the seeds and pressing them lightly into the growing medium.
Why should cranberry soil not be allowed to dry out?
Why should cranberry soil not be allowed to dry out?
Cranberries have high water needs, and the page recommends keeping the growing medium consistently moist.
What color indicates mature cranberry fruit?
What color indicates mature cranberry fruit?
The growing guidance recommends harvesting berries when they become deep red.
Can mulch help cranberry plants?
Can mulch help cranberry plants?
Yes. The page recommends mulch as a way to help maintain soil acidity and moisture around the plants.