Protect your crop from birds with a Garden Net.The biggest pest of new plants are weeds, mulch to help minimize the problem.Lingonberries spread by underground runners called rhizomes.Spring will provide a small fruit yield and there should be a larger yield in the summer season. Every 2 to 3 years, containers may need to be changed to accommodate their size. Air circulation is one of the most important things when it comes to grow honeyberries. Place the pot on a stand so that the honeyberry bush can receive good air circulation. (If planting in the fall, wait to fertilize until spring for best results.) 4) Container grown lingonberries should produce twice yearly. Choose well draining soil and place in full sunlight. Soak your new plants with a solution of Stark® Tre-Pep® Fertilizer.If your berries have bare roots, plant at the same depth as they were grown in the nursery row.If your berries are potted, plant them at the same depth as they were in the pot.The crown should be right at the soil level, with the roots just under the surface. The planting hole should be wide enough to accommodate the roots without bending. Amend the soil with organic matter such as dehydrated cow manure, garden compost, peat moss or our Coco-Fiber Potting Medium.Space your plants 10-12 inches and space rows 1 foot apart.

Pick a site with partial shade to full sun.Steer clear of soils that are extremely heavy or very poorly drained. To amend your soil, use a soil acidifier. Ideally, your lingonberries need a soil pH between 4.5-5.5. Contact your local County Extension Office for information about soil testing in your area, or purchase one of our digital meters for quick and accurate results.

Growing lingonberries in pots