Cowberry. A creeping shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Pink-flushed white flowers from early to late summer are followed by edible but acid, bright red berries produced freely. Max Height 25cm. Max Spread Indefinite. Flowers June to August. Fruits July. Full Sun/Partial Shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Vaccinium vitis-idaea Koralle Group
A creeping shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Pink-flushed white flowers from early to late summer are followed by edible but acid, bright red berries produced freely.
Additional information
| Generic | Vaccinium |
|---|---|
| Species | vitis-idaea |
| Varietry | Koralle Group |
| Common Name | Cowberry |
| Flower Colour | Pink, White |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full Sun/Partial Shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 25cm |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | Indefinite |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Creeping |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | Red |
| Fruits When | July |
| Moisture | Moist well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland, Ground cover |
| Toxicity | |
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