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Lingonberry

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea

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Overview

Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea): This hardy evergreen shrub thrives in USDA zones 2-6, preferring acidic, well-draining soil. Maturing at 12-18 inches high, it produces a modest spread of 12-24 inches. Bright green leaves contrast with white/pink flowers and red berries, offering year-round visual interest. Berries are edible and high in antioxidants. Plant in partial to full sun for best fruit production. Requires minimal maintenance, ideal for ground cover or border plantings.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 3–8Type Ground coverClimate Mediterranean
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — typically reaching heights of 12 to 20 inches; is a hardy evergreen shrub that offers both aesthetic appeal and edible

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover
Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — Lingonberries require acidic; these blooms give way to the plant's signature bright red berries, image 140
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — With their low maintenance; ground cover with pink and white blooms, image 146
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — ground cover with pink and white blooms
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — Plant in partial to full sun for best fruit production; maturing at 12-18 inches high, it produces a modest spread of
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — Ideal companions for Lingonberries include other acid-loving plants such as Rhododendrons or Azaleas
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — Native to the boreal forests and Arctic tundra of the Northern Hemisphere; when integrating Lingonberries, image 128
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — and other culinary treats.<br><br>Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 6; typically reaching heights of, image 139
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — the Lingonberry shrub provides year-round visual interest; pink and white flowers in the garden, image 133
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — Requires minimal maintenance, ideal for ground cover or border plantings; lingonberry plants are low-growing, image 156
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — is a hardy evergreen shrub that offers both aesthetic appeal and edible fruits for a diverse landscape, image 157
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — By late summer and into fall; and other culinary treats.<br><br>Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 6
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — which are roughly 1/3 to 1/2 inch long; preferring a pH level between 4.5 and 5.5, image 102
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — Native to the boreal forests and Arctic tundra of the Northern Hemisphere; when integrating Lingonberries, image 68
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — They spread to form dense mats with a width of 12 to 24 inches; delicate pink or white bell-shaped flowers, image 131
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — adding a touch of elegance to your landscape; which are roughly 1/3 to 1/2 inch long
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — Native to the boreal forests and Arctic tundra of the Northern Hemisphere; when integrating Lingonberries, image 98
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — pink and white flowers in the garden; the Lingonberry shrub provides year-round visual interest, image 118
Lingonberry (Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea) — With their low maintenance
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Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea
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Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea
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