Ben Lear Cranberry - Retail

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Ben Lear Cranberry - Retail
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Description

BEN LEAR CRANBERRY

Vaccinium macrocarpon

Wild clone from Wisconsin. Early ripening, Large to medium deep red fruit and good production. Hardiness Zones 4-8.

Care Info

  • Plant Type:An evergreen trailing ground cover, producing edible fruits. The cranberry is one of the U.S. native fruit plants.
  • pH Requirements:4.0 - 6.5
  • Soil Type:Sandy, sandy loam, boggy
  • Light Requirements:Full to filtered sun
  • Plant Rows Spacing:6 - 12 inches
  • Plant Aisle Spacing:6 - 12 inches
  • Mulching:Not necessary
  • USDA Zones:3 - 8
  • Scientific Name:Vaccinium macrocarpon

Grow Guide

PLANT USES: The biggest use of the plant Is for its fruits. Native Americans enjoyed the fruits and today all Americans have had fresh cranberries or cranberry juice. It is one of the most popular fruits today. The plants are adaptable to be grown as an upland or bog ground cover. The plants are vigorous and establish well in most soils, so the use as a ground cover has been successful. Because of its trailing effect it also makes a wonderful hanging basket and can be grown in a pot for patio or plantings.
WATER REQUIREMENTS: Keep the top inch of the soil moist but do not over water. The small leathery leaves will not transpire water quickly. Excess water will kill the plant if too much is applied during the growing season.
FERTILIZER REQUIREMENTS: Low rate acid type. When plants are immature it is best to use a water soluble fertilizer. After the first growing season light applications of granular fertilizers are recommended.

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