Dryland Blueberry

Vaccinium vacillans

Physical Characteristics

Vaccinium vacillans is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.2 m (4ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Eastern N. America - Maine to Minnesota, south to Georgia, Tennessee and Missouri.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. Very sweet, it is considered to be one of the best tasting blueberries[183]. The fruit is about 5mm in diameter[200].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known