Wright SWCD 2007 Tree Program

Highbush Cranberry

Hardiness Zones: 2 to 9

Habit: A deciduous shrub dense, rounded crown

Growth Rate: Moderate

Site Requirements: Prefers partial shade or partial sun to full sun.  Fair drought resistance.

Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; suffers with excess moisture. 

Form: Rounded

Height: 8 to 12 feet

Width: 8 to 12 feet

Flower/Fruit: White flowers blooming in early June.  Edible red drupe maturing in September 

Comments: Excellent wildlife value.   Foliage comes out with a tinge of red in the spring

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American Hazelnut   Hackberry Colorado Spruce
Juneberry   Red Maple  
Common Lilac   Bur Oak  
Silverberry   Black Walnut