American Cranberry – Vaccinium macrocarpon 150 Seeds | Hardy Edible Ground Cover Cold Tolerant | Bright Red Berries | Evergreen Fall Color

Grow your own American Cranberry with this pack of 150 high-quality seeds. Vaccinium macrocarpon is a low-growing, trailing evergreen shrub and the original source of commercial cranberries. Perfect for edible landscapes, ground cover, bog gardens, or acid-loving beds.

This mat-forming plant grows about 12 inches tall and spreads 3–4 feet, creating a dense carpet of glossy foliage. Leaves emerge bronzy in spring, turn deep green in summer, and develop rich bronze tones again in fall and winter.

In late spring to early summer, unique fuchsia-pink flowers appear with four turned-back petals and distinctive beak-like stamens. By early fall, bright red edible berries mature and can be harvested for sauces, baking, or fresh use. The fruit also attracts birds and provides valuable wildlife food. Excellent for cool climates and consistently moist, acidic soils.

You will receive:
✔️ 150 American Cranberry seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Detailed germination instructions
✔️ Untreated, non-GMO seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: American Cranberry
Botanical Name: Vaccinium macrocarpon
Plant Type: Low-growing evergreen fruiting ground cover
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Acidic (pH 4.0–5.2), moist to wet, organically rich, well-drained
Watering: Medium to wet; prefers consistently moist soil
Mature Height: 0.75–1 foot
Spread: 3–4 feet
Growth Rate: Less than 12 inches per year
USDA Zones: 2–7
Drought Tolerance: Low

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds for 24 hours, then cold stratify 60–90 days at 40°F in a moist medium. Surface sow indoors under a grow light. Use a humidity dome and mist regularly. Seeds require light to germinate—do not cover with soil.