Description
Vaccinium macrocarpon 'Howes', better known as the Howes Cranberry, is a low-growing, evergreen fruit bush perfect for lovers of home-grown fruit. This variety is known for its large, juicy berries with excellent texture and good shelf life, ideal for making juices and jams.
Features:
- Leaf: Dark green leaves that turn a beautiful bronze or red in winter.
- Bloom: Delicate pink flowers appear in late spring or early summer.
- Fruits: A bountiful harvest of fire-red cranberries follows in mid-autumn.
- Groeikracht: Medium, with a final height of 15-30 cm and a spread of 0.5-1 metre.
- Self-pollinating: Yes, making it easy to get fruit without other plants around.
Growth and Maintenance:
- Pitch: Plant in a shady area.
- Bottom: Requires acidic soil.
- Water requirements: Water regularly to keep the soil moist.
- Hardiness: Excellent for cooler climates thanks to its good winter hardiness.
Usage: 'Howes' cranberries are versatile and perfect for making pies, juices, cakes and more. The shrub is not only practical for its fruit, but also a decorative addition to any garden with its beautiful seasonal colour changes and attractive flowers.
This set of four cranberry plants comes in 9 cm pots and offers a delicious and beautiful addition to your garden, while being low maintenance and producing a bountiful harvest of healthy berries.
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