Berries

Vaccinium vitis 'Red Candy' (Lingonberry)

Vaccinium vitis-idaea 'Red Candy'

Also known as Red Candy Lingonberry

$21.95

Size

☀SunFull sun to part shade
💧WaterModerate
🌡Zones2-6
🦌DeerResistant
🌊CoastalSuitable

Currently out of stock

Join the wishlist and we'll let you know when this plant comes back in.

Join the wishlist for this plant

We don't ship plants. Local delivery options are available.

Open 9am–5pm Daily Get directions →

About This Plant

Vaccinium vitis 'Red Candy' (Lingonberry), 'Red Candy', is valued in PNW gardens for its character and seasonal interest.

An edible berry plant for the home garden , fresh fruit harvest with minimal care once established.

Full sun to part shade suits this plant. Plant in moist, well-drained, fertile soil. Hardy USDA Zone varies. Provide consistent moisture during fruit development. Watch for birds (netting may be needed at harvest). Mulch to keep roots cool.

Plant Details

Botanical
Vaccinium vitis-idaea 'Red Candy'
Common name
Red Candy Lingonberry
Lifecycle
Perennial
Foliage type
Deciduous
Mature size
6-10 in tall × 1-2 ft wide
Growth rate
Slow
Bloom time
Late spring
Bloom color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Harvest
Midsummer

Care Notes

Requires acidic soil (pH 4.0 to 5.5) that is well-drained and humus-rich. Amend with peat or fine bark to maintain acidity. Water consistently but avoid waterlogged conditions. Mulch with acidic material such as pine bark to retain moisture.

Garden Attributes

  • Pacific NW native
  • Deer resistant
  • Coastal suitable
  • Grown organically
  • Pollinator value: Bees, Native specialist bees
  • Wildlife: Bird forage, Pollinator support
  • 🌱 Edible: Fruit
Row of potted bareroot conifer trees at Dragonfly Farm

Not sure if it's in stock?

Our inventory changes with the seasons. Before you drive out, give us a call or text, we'll confirm availability and can hold a plant for you.

Get Directions