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Vaccinium vitis-idaea
Also Known As
- Cowberry
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 6"
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 2a-8b
Vaccinium vitis-idaea plant details
Vaccinium vitis-idaea is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Vaccinium vitis-idaea
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Vaccinium vitis-idaea
- USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: The Bovees Nursery
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By: Jonas Bergsten
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How to Grow Vaccinium vitis-idaea
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- birds
- butterflies
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Scientific Name: Vaccinium ovatum 'Vacsid1'
aka Vaccinium ovatum 'Scarlet Ovation'
Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Vaccinium erythrinum
aka Red-twig Wortleberry
Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Chandler'
aka Vaccinium 'Chandler', Blueberry, Chandler Northern Highbush Blueberry
Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 5'-7'
Width: 5'-7'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Vaccinium 'Razz'
Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Ozarkblue'
aka Vaccinium corymbosum 'Ozark Blue'
Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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