Lingonberry Red Pearl

Red Pearl Lidonberry

Vaccinium vitis-idaea ‘Red Pearl’ (Lingonberry) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading, mat-forming habit, featuring small, glossy dark green leaves that often take on reddish tones in cooler weather. Delicate white to pale pink, bell-shaped flowers appear in spring, followed by bright red edible berries in summer and often again in fall. This cultivar is valued for its ornamental appeal and tasty, tart fruit.

Type: Shrub (Evergreen, groundcover)
Mature Size: 12–24" W × 6–12" H
USDA Zones: 2a–7b
Form: Low, spreading, mat-forming

Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil / Water: Acidic, well-drained, humus-rich soils; moderate water, prefers consistent moisture
Bloom Time / Length: Spring with possible repeat; moderate (2–3 weeks per bloom cycle)

Wildlife: Birds (berries), bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for groundcover, edible gardens, and woodland plantings. Produces attractive, edible berries suitable for jams and sauces. Provides year-round interest with evergreen foliage and seasonal fruit.

Care:
Requires acidic soil for best performance. Mulch to maintain soil moisture and temperature. Water regularly, especially during fruiting. Light pruning may be done to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub, Groundcover

Height

6-12"

Width

12-24"

Hardiness zones

2–7

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

Misty Rose, White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Birds

Soil

Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Groundcover, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Low Spreading, Mat forming

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No