American Cranberry – Vaccinium macrocarpon 600 Seeds | Edible Ground Cover | Hardy Evergreen Bulk Berry Plant | Fall Color | Wildlife Friendly

Grow your own American Cranberry from seed and enjoy a hardy, low-growing evergreen plant prized 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, unique fuchsia-pink flowers bloom, followed by vibrant red berries that ripen in fall. The glossy green foliage turns bronze in cooler weather, providing year-round ornamental interest. Ideal for edible landscapes, bog gardens, wildlife habitats, food forest plantings, and larger ground cover projects.

The 600-seed bulk pack is perfect for large-scale planting, nursery production, habitat restoration, and edible landscape design.

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

You will receive:
✔️ 600 American Cranberry seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled 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, in 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 light—do not cover, as seeds require light to germinate.