Vaccinium vitis-idaea 'Koralle'

Cowberry 'Koralle' is a densely growing dwarf shrub that can reach a height of 20 - 30 cm and a width of 20 - 30 cm. Slow growing.

The evergreen leaves of the Cowberry 'Koralle' are dark green, ovate, glossy, alternate.

The light pink-coloured flowers of Cowberry 'Koralle' appear in clusters from May to July. With proper care, re-flowering in August.

The bright red, round berries of Vaccinium vitis-idaea 'Koralle' are particularly decorative. They appear from July and are small.

Vaccinium vitis-idaea 'Koralle' is a shallow-rooted plant and, depending on the soil, forms stoloniferous, sparsely branched roots.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Cowberry 'Koralle' has good frost hardiness.

Vaccinium vitis-idaea 'Koralle' prefers nutrient-rich, sufficiently moist soil.
Commercially available container plant soil.

Tubs, consumption, ground cover, bog bed, jam, cooking

The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Fruit trees planted in spring must be watered abundantly throughout the summer. Well-rooted plants only require additional water in extremely dry conditions.

This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).