The highbush blueberry, a deciduous shrub growing to 1.5 m (5 ft), is cultivated for its flowers, sweet fruit, and bright red autumn foliage. This plant grows well in moist, well-drained, acidic, sandy or peaty soils.

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Highbush Blueberry," Microsoft® Encarta® 96 Encyclopedia. © 1993-1995 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

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