High-bush Blueberry (Noun)
Meaning
High-growing deciduous shrub of eastern North America bearing edible blueish to blackish berries with a distinct bloom; source of most cultivated blueberries.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The high-bush blueberry is a popular choice among gardeners due to its ease of cultivation and high fruit yield.
- In the wild, high-bush blueberries often grow in wetland areas with acidic soils.
- High-bush blueberries are widely cultivated and considered one of the primary sources of commercially available blueberries.
- Researchers have been working to crossbreed the high-bush blueberry with other blueberry species to create more resistant and productive varieties.
- Fresh or frozen high-bush blueberries can be used in a wide range of recipes, from baked goods to savory sauces.