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Cranberries

Cranberries are one of the most popular fall fruits. Enjoy them straight off the bush or turn them into delicious cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving dinner. Use our guides below to learn how to care for your cranberry bushes, get cultivar selection advice, and find disease and pest prevention tips. Happy gardening!

What Are the Health Benefits of Cranberries?

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If you’re like me, you love to enjoy cranberries around the holidays. Once you learn about their potential health benefits, you’ll want to incorporate them into your diet year-round – or maybe even grow your own! The nutritional value of cranberries and cranberry products makes them an excellent choice. Read more.

9+ of the Best Types of Cranberries for Your Garden

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Want to grow your own cranberries at home? Which type are you after? Several different species go by the common name “cranberry” and most of these produce edible fruit, though Vaccinium macrocarpon is king in commercial production. Discover the best varieties of true cranberry now, plus a few alternate options.

How to Grow Cranberry Plants in the Garden

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If you want to grow something different in your garden this year why not plant cranberries? These tart, sour-tasting berries are surprisingly easy to grow, when given the right conditions and will produce lush berries for years with minimal care. Learn how to grow cranberries at home in this guide. Read more now.