Cowberry. A creeping shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Deep pink flowers from early to late summer are followed by edible, bright red berries produced freely. Max Height 20cm. 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 ssp. minus
A creeping shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Deep pink flowers from early to late summer are followed by edible, bright red berries produced freely.
Additional information
| Generic | Vaccinium |
|---|---|
| Species | vitis-idaea |
| Varietry | ssp. minus |
| Common Name | Cowberry |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | |
| 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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