Select American Cranberry

Edible fruit

Botanical Name- Vaccinium macrocarpon Select

Pronunciation- vak-SIN-ee-um mak-roh-KAR-pon

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade

Soil Preferences- Wet to moist, peaty soils

Current Size- #1

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Companion Plants- Polystichum acrostichoides (acidic conditions, woodland feel)

Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble especially), fruit-eating birds

Plant Habit- Groundcover

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - BVGC

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune old canes after fruiting; use acidic fertilizer and keep soil consistently moist.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove old wood and encourage fruit production.

Fertilization Instructions- Feed with an acidic fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in spring; moderate feeding need. Clay soil should be heavily amended with acidic organic matter.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Berry-tone

Possible Issues- Blueberry maggot, powdery mildew