Highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum)
Highbush blueberry, also known as Swamp blueberry, Tall huckleberry
The primary source of commercially grown blueberries in North America is the highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum), native to both the United States and Canada. This variety dominates the commercial blueberry industry. Additionally, highbush blueberries serve as a natural food source for various small wildlife in their native habitats.
Key Facts About Highbush blueberry
Attributes of Highbush blueberry
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Height
1.8 m to 3.5 m
Spread
1.8 m to 3.5 m
Leaf Color
Green Red Yellow Purple
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
White Pink
Scientific Classification of Highbush blueberry
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Heathers and allies
Family
Heath
Genus
Blueberries
Species
Highbush blueberry