American Cranberry – Vaccinium macrocarpon 1800 Seeds | Bulk Edible Ground Cover | Hardy Evergreen Large-Scale Planting | Fall Color | Wildlife Friendly

Grow your own American Cranberry from seed and enjoy a hardy, low-growing evergreen plant valued for its edible bright red berries and beautiful seasonal color. This trailing, mat-forming shrub is the source of commercial cranberries and makes an excellent edible ground cover for acidic soils.

In spring and early summer, distinctive fuchsia-pink flowers bloom, followed by vibrant red berries that ripen in fall. The glossy green foliage turns bronze as temperatures cool, offering year-round ornamental interest. Ideal for food forests, homestead gardens, bog gardens, wildlife habitats, and large-scale ground cover plantings.

The 1800-seed bulk pack is perfect for nursery production, restoration projects, large edible landscapes, and serious growers establishing extensive plantings.

You will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1800 American Cranberry seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled bulk seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: American Cranberry
Botanical Name: Vaccinium macrocarpon
Plant Type: Evergreen fruiting ground cover
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Moist to wet, acidic soil (pH 4.0–5.2)
Watering: Medium to wet; prefers consistently moist soil
Mature Height: 0.75–1 foot
Mature Spread: 3–4 feet
Growth Rate: Less than 12 inches annually
USDA Zones: 2–7
Container Friendly: Yes, with acidic potting mix

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds for 24 hours, then cold stratify for 60–90 days at 40°F in a moist medium. Surface sow indoors under bright light—do not cover, as seeds require light to germinate.