Cranberry Early Black

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.