How much sun does American blueberry need?

American blueberry grows best in part sun conditions.

When does American blueberry bloom?

American blueberry blooms in April and May.

Where is American blueberry native?

American blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) is native to AL, CT, DE, FL and 21 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does American blueberry attract?

American blueberry draws bumble bees, mason bees, and southeastern blueberry bee.

American blueberry

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Vaccinium corymbosum

Last reviewed: August 2026

American blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) is a perennial shrub native to AL, CT, DE, FL and 21 more states. It blooms in April and May. The flowers draw bumble bees, mason bees, and southeastern blueberry bee.

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

72"–144" H × 72"–120" W

Bloom

Apr, May

Native to

AL, CT, DE, FL and 21 more states

Pollinators

bumble bees, mason bees, southeastern blueberry bee

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An upright multi-stemmed shrub with urn-shaped white flowers, edible summer berries, and reliably brilliant scarlet fall foliage. It needs consistently acidic, moisture-retentive soil to perform.

Growing American blueberry

Grow American blueberry in part sun and medium water. Mature plants reach 72 to 144 inches tall and spread 72 to 120 inches wide.

Wildlife value

Buzz-pollinated by bumble bees and specialist blueberry bees, and the fruit supports dozens of bird species.

Common questions

How much sun does American blueberry need?: American blueberry grows best in part sun conditions.
When does American blueberry bloom?: American blueberry blooms in April and May.
Where is American blueberry native?: American blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) is native to AL, CT, DE, FL and 21 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does American blueberry attract?: American blueberry draws bumble bees, mason bees, and southeastern blueberry bee.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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