Vaccinium vitis-idaea

Lingonberry / Cowberry

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Low evergreen shrub with glossy leaves and edible red berries, thriving in cool acidic environments.
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Plant Details

Common Name Lingonberry / Cowberry
Family Ericaceae
Genus Vaccinium
Species Vitis-Idaea
Origin Northern Europe, North America
Blooming Late spring, small pinkish-white bell-shaped flowers
Leaf Color Dark glossy green (red in winter)
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Highly acidic peat-based soil, excellent drainage required, pH 4.5-5.5

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Watering

Keep moist but not waterlogged; requires cool roots and consistent moisture during growth

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best berry production, tolerates partial shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring only, avoid alkaline nutrients

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Pruning

Minimal pruning after flowering to maintain shape, remove dead wood in winter

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
4000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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