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Lingonberries – Also called the European cranberry, this hardy evergreen
shrub bears bright red tart berries high in Vitamin C. The fruit is used
widely for specialty sauces, jams, jellies and wines. The
lingonberry contains benzoin acid, a preservative. This is the reason why
lingonberries used to be mixed with other more delicate fruit and berries
to increase keeping qualities. The jam is eaten widely with meat as
with blueberries.
In Europe they have long history of medicinal uses, from lowering cholesterol levels to curing gastric distress and rheumatism.
Lingonberries have a documented health benefits as well. In Europe they have long history of medicinal uses:
Red Pearl – Medium sized fruit with consistent taste and yield.
Late September - Late October
Description Size Price UPick 1/2 pint
NA Readypick 1/2 pint TBD