Vaccinium macrocarpon, or cranberry plants, are woody perennial vines producing much-loved cranberry fruit. Many cranberry growers are uncertain when to fertilize cranberries or the best
Amazing Strategies for Growing Your Own Cranberries
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There is nothing like cranberry sauce during the holidays or a tall, cold glass of cranberry juice to cure your thirst. These berries are sweet and tart, and their signature flavor is easily recognizable. We know about the large commercial cranberry bogs located throughout North America, but did you realize that it’s possible to produce your own cranberry plants in a home garden? Growing cranberries is quite easy as long as you understand the difference between the types of berry plants and have the information to get your garden off to the right start.
Producing fruit in your backyard is a satisfying and rewarding experience, and growing cranberries is no different. Learn about the different varieties of cranberry fruits to grow in your hardiness zone and backyard space. Find out how to start cranberry plants from seeds or cuttings, care for the shrubs for healthy growth, and pick the berries when they are ripe. These shrubs love wet, acidic soil to produce tart red berries, so discover how to amend the garden if necessary and ensure they get enough water throughout the growing season.
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