Common Name: Lingonberry 'Red Candy'
Scientific Name: Vaccinium vitis-idaea 'Red Candy'
Zone: 2 to 6
Bloom Colour: Pale pink to white
Fruit Colour: Bright red
Fruit Size: Small (approximately 0.25 to 0.5 inches in diameter)
Ripens/Harvest: Late summer to early fall (August to September)
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, acidic, sandy or loamy soil with high organic matter
Flavour Profile: Tart and tangy with a hint of sweetness when fully ripe
Fruit Texture: Firm and juicy
Years To Bear: 2 to 3 years after planting
Mature Size: 8 to 12 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide
Spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile, but improved yield with cross-pollination from another variety of lingonberry.
