This highbush cranberry, native to Europe, grows well in most soils, but prefers consistent moisture.  Deciduous shrub with white flowers produces bitter red berries in early fall.  

Sun: European Cranberry Bush thrives in full sun or partial shade.

Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drained soil.

Water: Water regularly throughout the growing season to keep the soil moist, but not water logged or soggy. Overwatering is preferable to not watering enough, as the plant is not at all drought tolerant..

Zones: 3 to 8.

Height/Spread: European cranberry bushes will grow to be about 3 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 4 feet.