An attractive, low growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. Pink spring flowers are followed by bright red, edible fruit in autumn. Dainty, dark green foliage turns bronze in winter. Self-fertile and hardy to -30 degrees F. Plants bear fruit 1-2 years after planting. Botanical Name- Vaccinium macrocarpon ‘Pilgrim’ Pronunciation- vak-SIN-ee-um mak-roh-KAR-pon Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil Current Size- 2 Bloom Color- Bloom Time- Companion Plants- Gaultheria procumbens (both acidic-soil lovers) Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble especially), fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Groundcover
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – BVGC Yearly Care Instructions- Prune old canes after fruiting; use acidic fertilizer and keep soil consistently moist. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove old wood and encourage fruit production. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with an acidic fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in spring; moderate feeding need. Clay soil should be heavily amended with acidic organic matter. Fertilizer Recommendation- Berry-tone Possible Issues- Blueberry maggot, powdery mildew
