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Vaccinium vitus-idaea ssp. minus

Mountain cranberry

Yes, lingonberry is native to New England! This evergreen, slow-growing shrub grows best in cold climates and puts out long, trailing stems. With a bright, delicious red berry attractive to birds as well as humans, this species can be a special addition to cool, moist, acidic sections of the garden.

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Height: 1-4 in
Spread: 12-16 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-6


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Wet
• Average
Ecoregion
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Fruit
• Fall Foliage
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
• Host Plant
• Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Additional Attributes
• Fragrant
• Edible
Landscape Use
• Specimen
• Groundcover
• Massing
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red to Purple Fall Foliage
• Red Fruit


North American Distribution


Mountain cranberry - Vaccinium vitus-idaea ssp. minus from Native Plant Trust