Cranberry
Description
Spiny climbing shrub reaching 5 m height
Has aerial branches and serrated leaves with sharp thorns
White flowers turn red when ripe
Fruiting from summer to autumn
Fruit is clustered with small seeds
Has good taste and fragrant aroma
Other names
Red raspberry
Framboise
Nutritional value
Contains protein and minerals like calcium and iron
Rich in vitamins B A and C
Contains sucrose and pectin
Antioxidants fight free radicals
Fruit acids like malic acid and citric acid
Suitable conditions
Climate
Moderate to warm temperatures
Tolerates high temperatures
Soil
Yellow soil is suitable
Irrigation
Moderate watering in summer
Reduce watering in winter to prevent leaf fall
Fertilization
Composted organic manure preferred
Propagation methods
By seeds
By grafting
By cuttings
