Product description
Vaccinium macrocarpon 'Stevens', commonly known as Stevens Cranberry, makes an excellent plant for both the culinary or ornamental garden. It's dark green leaves will turn into beautiful bronze or red in winter. In Spring, they will be filled with stunning white flowers, turning to a soft, fragrant pink by summer, and producing an abundance of bright red berries by mid-Autumn.
Growing to an ultimate heigh of up to 1-2ft. and a width of 1-3ft., Vaccinium macrocarpon Stevens makes a great addition to any garden. The berries are perfect for making jams, desserts and drinks, but the shrub itself will also provide beautiful ground cover, or can also be used in hanging baskets or planters for a stunning cascading effect.
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.
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.