Crowberries (Empetrum)

Crowberries

Producing berries in the fall, crowberries are an important food source for local birds, waterfowl, and animals that include voles and bears. Berries left on the shrubs throughout the winter often remain on the branches, providing additional food in the spring. The bushes are grown agriculturally in some places for their berries, which have many uses, including as a natural dye.

Scientific classification

Genus

Crowberries (Empetrum)

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Perennial

Lifespan

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Black crowberry Empetrum rubrum

Care Guide for Crowberries

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Crowberries prefers consistent moisture and evenly moist soil, thriving in temperate climates. It requires weekly watering to maintain hydration balance and is often grown outdoors, benefiting from natural rainfall during the growing season.

Propagation: Primary propagation methods for crowberries include seed sowing, division, and cuttings. Key factors are light, cool temperatures, and well-drained acidic soil. Techniques involve cold stratification for seeds and root hormone for cuttings. Division occurs in spring, requiring consistent moisture and patience for growth.

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