Bailey Compact American Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon ‘Bailey Compact’) is a low-growing, compact cultivar of American cranberry developed for both ornamental and edible purposes. It produces glossy, dark green leaves that turn vibrant red in fall, followed by abundant clusters of bright red, tart berries in late summer to fall. Its compact habit makes it well suited to the shorter growing season and cooler Prairie conditions of Regina, SK.
- Mature Size: Height 6ft. Spread 5 ft
- Form & Habit: Low, spreading, and compact; forms dense mats suitable for groundcover
- Foliage: Glossy green leaves that turn bright red in fall
- Flowers & Fruit: Small, pinkish-white flowers in late spring; bright red berries in late summer/fall
- Hardiness & Adaptation: Zone 2–3 hardy; tolerates Regina’s cold winters, acidic soils, and moderate drought once established
- Landscape Use: Excellent for edible gardens, borders, raised beds, or as ornamental groundcover