Product description
Vaccinium macrocarpon ‘Early Black’ - commonly known as Early Black Cranberry - is a low-growing, creeping evergreen shrub with oblong, dark green leaves which turn a ravishing bronze in the winter months. The foliage is accompanied in spring by delicate pink flowers, and by mid-late August a crop of plump, deep red/purple cranberries will be ready for picking.
Reaching an ultimate height of 60cm and an ultimate spread of 2m, Vaccinium Macrocarpon ‘Early Black’ provides excellent ground cover due to its trailing nature. The purple berries can easily be mistaken for black, and ripen much earlier than other varieties, hence the plant’s name. The berries are perfect for pies, desserts, juices, jams and more, with a medium-sweet taste.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Cranberry
Cranberry 'Early Black'
Cranberry 'Early Black'
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Product description
Vaccinium macrocarpon ‘Early Black’ - commonly known as Early Black Cranberry - is a low-growing, creeping evergreen shrub with oblong, dark green leaves which turn a ravishing bronze in the winter months. The foliage is accompanied in spring by delicate pink flowers, and by mid-late August a crop of plump, deep red/purple cranberries will be ready for picking.
Reaching an ultimate height of 60cm and an ultimate spread of 2m, Vaccinium Macrocarpon ‘Early Black’ provides excellent ground cover due to its trailing nature. The purple berries can easily be mistaken for black, and ripen much earlier than other varieties, hence the plant’s name. The berries are perfect for pies, desserts, juices, jams and more, with a medium-sweet taste.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Cranberries require a cold dormancy period in winter to fruit properly. Ensure they receive enough chill hours for the best harvest.
How to Water
Cranberries need consistent moisture, especially during fruiting. Water deeply to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. In dry periods, water regularly to mimic their natural bog habitat.
How to Plant
Plant cranberries in acidic, well-drained soil. Choose a sunny spot, and dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball. Space plants 45-60cm apart. Cranberries thrive in raised beds or bog-like conditions.
