Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea)
Vaccinium vitis-idaea, or Lingonberry, is a hardy evergreen shrub. It is known for its tart, red berries and attractive foliage, thriving in cool climates and acidic soil
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry periods. Use acidic water.
Soil
Acidic (pH 4.5-5.5), well-drained, high in organic matter.
Temperature
Extremely cold hardy. Thrives in cool to moderate summer temperatures, ideally 15-20°C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Apply a light, acidic fertilizer in early spring. Avoid over-fertilization.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.
Full sun to partial shade
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry periods. Use acidic water.
Consistent moisture
Acidic (pH 4.5-5.5), well-drained, high in organic matter.
Extremely cold hardy. Thrives in cool to moderate summer temperatures, ideally 15-20°C.
Cool to moderate
Outdoor
Apply a light, acidic fertilizer in early spring. Avoid over-fertilization.
Acidic, light application
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-0.4 m
Spread
0.3-1 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark green
Leaf Type
Simple, evergreen, leathery, obovate
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
40000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderEricales
- familyEricaceae
- genusVaccinium
- speciesVaccinium vitis-idaea
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
The berries are edible and widely consumed. No significant toxicity is reported for other plant parts.