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The highbush. blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) is native in the. eastern third of the United States and southeastern. Canada. Florida is rich in other native Vaccinium. species. The woods and swamps of Florida are. populated with at least eight wild blueberry species.
So plant blueberries in a protected site to avoid damage to the flower buds. Plant blueberries away from frost pockets âlow areas and sites that do not have good air move-ment. You usually canât do much to protect tender blooms from late season freezes, although newer approaches, including covers, are being evaluated.hey are also one of the easiest of fruit plantings to grow. The plant is prized for its ornamental value of spring flowers and fall colors and is often used for edible landscapes in home gardens.The rabbiteye blueberry, Vaccinium ashei, is native to the southeastern United States.