100 Seeds American Cranberry Vaccinium macrocarpon Hardy Groundcover Fruit

American Cranberry is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial prized for its small glossy leaves, delicate spring blooms, and bright red berries in autumn. It thrives in moist, acidic conditions and makes an excellent choice for bog gardens, rain gardens, and edible landscapes. Its trailing habit creates a dense, attractive ground cover that offers seasonal color and interest.
The firm, tart berries are traditionally used in sauces, jams, juices, and baked goods, while the plant itself provides ornamental value with its evergreen foliage and reddish fall tint. It grows best in consistently moist, well-drained acidic soil and performs well in full sun to partial shade. This listing offers seeds for gardeners looking to establish their own cranberry patch or naturalized planting.
Species: Vaccinium macrocarpon
Type: Perennial
Plant_Habit: Low-growing, mat-forming ground cover
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, acidic, well-drained soil
Days_to_Harvest: 2-3 years from seed
Zones: 2-7
Germination: Requires cold stratification; sow on moist medium and keep cool
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into moist medium
Spacing: 12-18 inches apart
Notes: Prefers consistently moist conditions; tolerates boggy sites