Cranberry 'Early Black'
Vaccinium macrocarpon 'Early Black'
- A popular American variety of Cranberry.
- Produces large juicy red-purple fruits from late August.
- Early fruiting variety.
- Self-fertile.
Supplied as a pot grown plant approximately 18" (45 cm) tall (including pot).
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Description
Originating from Massachusetts, USA, this variety is one of the most popular grown in America - probably because it is so easy to grow and has excellent disease and frost resistance.
The fruits of 'Early Black' aren't actually black - starting off bright red they ripen to a deep purple-red that could easily be mistaken for black. But it certainly lives up to the 'Early in its name, cropping from late August - which makes it the earliest variety. High in Vitamin C, the fruits can be made into pies and puddings, crushed and made into juice, or made into Cranberry Jelly - perfect for the Christmas Turkey!
Growing to a maximum of around 2 feet (60 cm) tall, this small evergreen bush does best in a full sun or a semi-shade position where it can be allowed to scramble as it wishes.
- Harvest from late August.
- Suitable for both open ground or container growing.
- For open ground planting plant 12" x 12" (30 x 30 cm) apart.
- Ericaceous, so will require soil or compost of an acidic nature.
- Self-fertile.
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How To...
How To Plant & Grow Soft Fruit
Information on unpacking and planting bare root and pot grown soft fruits either in the open ground or in containers and pots, with additional information on specific varieties.
Recipes
Stir-fried Brussels Sprouts Recipe
A quick and simple recipe for stir-fried Brussels sprouts that also works with cabbage, kale and other brassicas.
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