Best known for their sweet berries prized by both humans and wildlife, these versatile wild blueberries can also be planted ornamentally for their stunning red fall leaves, or as a border/visual screen due to their height! Does best in consistently moist, slightly acidic soil.

Pollination: 2+ individuals recommended.

Light: Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade

Soil Moisture: Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic

Soil Type: Sandy Loam, Peaty Loam

Height: 6’-12’ 

Width: 4’-12’ 

Bloom Color: White, Pink

Bloom Time: May

Fruit: Smaller, sweet blueberries generally mature in Aug.

Fall Color: Red

Root Type: Branching

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract mainly bees. Hosts butterflies including the pink-edged sulphur and green comma, moths including the graceful underwing and Canadian sphinx, and a few smaller insects. Berries are eaten by a wide variety of animals including thrushes, orioles, cedar waxwings, sandhill cranes, foxes, and skunks. Commonly browsed by deer and rabbits.

Notes: Prune in winter if desired.