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DISTRIBUTION AND OCCURRENCE. GENERAL DISTRIBUTION: Lowbush blueberry grows from Labrador and Newfoundland westward to southern Manitoba and Minnesota [160]. It extends southward to northern Illinois in the West, and from New England through the Appalachians to West Virginia and Virginia in the East [70,119,157].
- Where do lowbush blueberries grow?
- Do lowbush blueberries spread?
- What is the difference between highbush and lowbush blueberries?
- Where is the best location to plant blueberry bushes?
Where do lowbush blueberries grow?
Vaccinium angustifolium, commonly known as the wild lowbush blueberry, is a species of blueberry native to eastern and central Canada (from Manitoba to Newfoundland) and the northeastern United States, growing as far south as the Great Smoky Mountains and west to the Great Lakes region.
Do lowbush blueberries spread?
Lowbush blueberries are spread both by seed and through the growth of underground stems called rhizomes. Over many years, a seedling will develop into an irregular plant mat that can stretch from a few inches to many feet in size as rhizomes gradually grow out into surrounding soil.
What is the difference between highbush and lowbush blueberries?
Highbush blueberry plants can reach heights as tall as eight feet. ... Lowbush blueberry plants, also called wild blueberries, typically only grow to about two feet and thrive in the colder regions of the country. Smaller than the highbush fruit, wild blueberries are exceptionally sweet and have a more intense flavor.
Where is the best location to plant blueberry bushes?
Select a sunny, sheltered spot. While blueberries are tolerant of shade, better crops are obtained in the sun. At the same time, they should not be exposed to harsh, drying winds. Don't plant blueberries too close to trees, as the trees will not only block out sunlight, but will also suck up any moisture in the soil.
