Vaccinium Vitis-Idea Fireballs - Red berry - Organic fruit plant

Vaccinium vitis-idaea 'Fireballs' – Compact, fruiting lingonberry

Vaccinium vitis-idaea ‘Fireballs’ is a compact, evergreen lingonberry with glossy dark green foliage, delicate white-pink flowers, and bright red berries. This low-growing shrub combines ornamental value with edible fruit and is ideal for natural gardens, woodland plantings, or as a groundcover in acidic soil.

In spring, small bell-shaped flowers appear, followed by round, vivid red berries. The fruits have a fresh, tart flavour and are perfect for jams, sauces, juices, or desserts. The berries often remain on the plant well into autumn, providing long-lasting colour.

🌿 Characteristics

• Height: approx. 20–30 cm

• Growth habit: low and spreading

• Foliage: evergreen, glossy

• Flowering: May – June

• Fruit: red, edible

• Position: sun to partial shade

• Soil: acidic, humus-rich, well-drained

• Hardy: very hardy

✂ Maintenance

• Keep soil slightly moist but well-drained.

• Add acidic compost annually.

• Minimal pruning; remove old or weak stems in spring.

• Mulch with pine needles or bark to maintain acidity.

A decorative and productive plant that offers year-round structure and seasonal harvest.