{"product_id":"bleuet-a-feuilles-etroites","title":"Lowbush Blueberry (Wild blueberry)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLowbush Blueberry (\u003ci\u003eVaccinium angustifolium\u003c\/i\u003e) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible Native Groundcover for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lowbush Blueberry (\u003ci\u003eVaccinium angustifolium\u003c\/i\u003e) is a slow-growing, extremely cold-hardy native \u003ca title=\"Collection: Deciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\"\u003eshrub\u003c\/a\u003e ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7). It typically spreads gradually through suckering and reaches 6–24 inches (15–60 cm) at maturity. Best for edible landscaping, groundcover planting, and naturalization, it offers delicious summer berries and excellent adaptation to acidic soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Lowbush Blueberry for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hardy native shrub prized for its edible fruit and ability to thrive in poor, acidic soils where other plants struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Groundcover, edible gardens, natural landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edible fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidic, non-calcareous soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight, organic soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandy or well-drained textures with low pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural and woodland environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold climates and snow cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree\/Shrub Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.5–2 ft (15–60 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e2–4 ft (spreading colonies)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSlow (spreads gradually)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003ePartial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eAcidic, well-drained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e20+ years (colonies persist longer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Lowbush Blueberry Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Lowbush Blueberry if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want edible fruit within 2–3 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small to medium yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zones 2–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fall colour + edible harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a plant for groundcover or naturalization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil is alkaline or calcareous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tall hedge or privacy screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting in heavily compacted urban soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroundcover planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spreading growth forms dense colonies, produces edible berries, and thrives in acidic soils with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Lowbush Blueberry Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true Canadian native known for both its delicious fruit and vibrant seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small white-green bell-shaped flowers bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue berries develop and ripen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brilliant red-purple foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low structure remains protected under snow cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Lowbush Blueberry is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7 and tolerates harsh Canadian winters, especially with snow insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain soil moisture before freeze-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid exposed, dry windy sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2–3 ft from other plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2–4 ft between plants for groundcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week for the first growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Lowbush Blueberry grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlow-growing, spreading gradually through underground runners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 2 and performs well in Zones 2–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes—cross-pollination between plants improves fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, but it spreads naturally to form colonies—ideal for groundcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow—berries may drop if not harvested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\/Shrubs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 24.4425%;\"\u003eTree\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 16.5094%;\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 28.5193%;\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 30.4429%;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 24.4425%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Lowbush Blueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium)\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/lowbush-blueberry\"\u003eLowbush Blueberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 16.5094%;\"\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 28.5193%;\"\u003eEdible fruit, groundcover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 30.4429%;\"\u003eNatural landscapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 24.4425%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/highbush-blueberry\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum)\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/highbush-blueberry\"\u003eHighbush Blueberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 16.5094%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 28.5193%;\"\u003eLarger berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 30.4429%;\"\u003eEdible gardens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 24.4425%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Canada Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/canada-serviceberry\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Canada Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis)\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/canada-serviceberry\"\u003eCanada Serviceberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 16.5094%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 28.5193%;\"\u003eSweet edible berries, early blooms, multi-season interest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 30.4429%;\"\u003eEdible landscapes, ornamental gardens, wildlife support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Deciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\"\u003eDeciduous Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Edible Trees \u0026amp; Shrubs\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/edible-trees\"\u003eEdible Trees \u0026amp; Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-2-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\"\u003eHardiness Zone 2 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/grow-trees-from-seed\" title=\"Nursery Blog: How to Grow Trees and Shrubs from Seed\"\u003eHow to Grow Trees and Shrubs from Seed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/native-plants-landscaping-benefits\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Why Choose Native Plants in Your Landscape Design\"\u003eWhy Choose Native Plants in Your Landscape Design\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (110 ml)","offer_id":47319256138047,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47319256170815,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/Bleuet-sauvages-Bleut-a-feuilles-etroite-illustration.jpg?v=1702959468","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/lowbush-blueberry","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}