Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.)
Eat Well|Issue #44
Blueberries are packed with antioxidants but are also a delicious snack.
Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.)

Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.) were originally a wild crop, growing in cold swamps in northern America and Europe. They were introduced to Australia in the 1960s and grow on bushes in clusters. Unlike other berries, do not continue to ripen after picking. The pigments that colour the fruit are also the ones that provide antioxidant effects and these days berries are hailed as a “superfood”.

Grow ing blueberries Until recently, you could only grow good blueberries in cold climates. Now there are blueberry varieties that can grow up into the tropics. Brightwell, a rabbit eye variety, is hardy, offers a large harvest, and is ideal for the home garden. Misty is one of the most attractive blueberries, with bluish-green leaves that contrast with striking pink and white spring flowers. You can get an even bigger harvest when planted with other varieties. It is a favourite in the subtropics and produces good-size fruit with delicious flavour. It will do extremely well in pots. The Gulf Coast is another variety that tolerates low-chill environments well, while a good cool-climate option is Blue Rose blueberry. There is a wide variety of blueberries available, so be sure to choose one that matches your patch.

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