Cranberry ‘Pilgrim’Vaccinium macrocarpon
£10.99
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Overview
Pinky red flowers in midsummer followed by succulent, glossy, dark red berries with a distinctive tart flavour. An evergreen with a low growing, spreading habit. The bronze coloured leathery leaves turn a rich red in autumn & winter. Suitable variety for culinary use in sauces, compotes or juicing.
Plant 1.5m (5ft) apart in rows 2m (6ft) apart.
Prepare area before planting by digging over and mixing organic manure or compost into the top soil. Plant as soon as possible after purchase, provided weather conditions are suitable. Soak the root-ball before planting. Plant in moist peaty acid soil or in containers with ericaceous compost. Suitable for containers.
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 Mulch yearly with well rotted compost or manure to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Cut out some of the larger stems to ground level after harvesting.
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| Availability Date Learn more | November onwards |
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| Soil Type | Acid, Normal |
| Aspect | Sun, Partial Shade |
| Hardiness Learn more | Hardy |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous |
| Pot Size Learn more | 3 litre |
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