An improved selection of this beautiful native species with rich red leaf tips in spring, very showy pinwheel clusters of flowers in spring followed by abundant brilliant red berries, spectacular fall color; denser habit, faster growing than the species.
Redwing Highbush Cranberry is covered in stunning white lacecap flowers held atop the branches in late spring. It has attractive dark green foliage which emerges brick red in spring. The large serrated lobed leaves are highly ornamental and turn an outstanding crimson in the fall. It features an abundance of magnificent scarlet berries from late summer to late winter. The smooth gray bark and gold branches add an interesting dimension to the landscape.
This plant is primarily grown as an ornamental, but it's also valued for its edible qualities.