Lingonberry

About Lingonberry

These beautiful, tiny shrubs have reddish new leaves the size of mouse ears that turn glossy green. Clusters of bell-shaped white to pinkish flowers in May are followed by tart red berries in July, used for the famous lingonberry preserve or syrup. A circumpolar native plant in northern North America, Europe, and Asia. The species is native to Minnesota. Best planted in acidic soil with blueberries, rhododendrons, or azaleas. Two varieties needed for fruit.