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Vaccinium vitis-idaea ssp. minus
Also Known As
- Vaccinium vitis-idaea var. minus
- Vaccinium vitis-idaea var. punctatum
- Cowberry
- Ligonberry
- Mountain Cranberry
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 3"-8"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 2a-8b
Vaccinium vitis-idaea ssp. minus plant details
Vaccinium vitis-idaea ssp. minus is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Vaccinium vitis-idaea ssp. minus
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 3 IN - 8 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Vaccinium vitis-idaea ssp. minus
- USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Gossler Farms
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How to Grow Vaccinium vitis-idaea ssp. minus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
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Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 5'-7'
Width: 5'-7'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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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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