Large-fruited cranberry 'Willapa Red' P9 (0,5L)

Large Fruit Cranberry 'Willapa Red' – Large Fruit and High Yield

Large-fruited cranberry 'Willapa Red' (Vaccinium macrocarpon 'Willapa Red') is a unique variety distinguished by large, intense red fruits and high yield. Ideal for both commercial cultivation and home gardens.

Key features of cranberries 'Willapa Red':

• Cranberry fruit 'Willapa Red': Large, juicy, with a characteristic sour taste with a hint of sweetness, perfect for preserves, juices, drying and as an addition to dishes.
• Leaves and habit: Creeping habit with small, dark green leaves, which turn a reddish-brown shade in autumn, adding ornamental value.
• Yield: Abundant, fruits ripen from late September to October, with high quality crops.

Growing cranberries 'Willapa Red':

• Position: Full sunlight, although it tolerates light shade, which promotes optimal growth and ripening of the fruit.
• Soil: Acidic (pH 4.0–5.5), permeable, moist, ideally peaty or sandy.
• Watering: Regular irrigation, especially during periods of drought, is crucial for a bountiful harvest.
• Resistance: High resistance to diseases and pests, with low susceptibility to fungal diseases while maintaining adequate air circulation.

Application of cranberries 'Willapa Red':

• Culinary: Great for juices, jams, drying, as well as an addition to meats and other dishes.
• Processing: An excellent variety for the commercial production of preserves due to its large fruits and intense color.
• Ornamental plant: Suitable as a ground cover, creating dense, decorative carpets in the garden.

Specification of large-fruited cranberries 'Willapa Red':

• Flower pot: 0.5 liters
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes