“The lowbush blueberry is the state fruit of Maine and a favorite native shrub. The range includes the northeastern United States and eastern and central Canada. Lowbush blueberries are a deciduous shrub that prefers acidic, well-drained soil with partial to full sun. The plants are fire-tolerant and can increase in number following a forest fire. Habitats that are favorable to growth can result in a natural barren where the lowbush blueberry is the dominant species across a large area. This native plant is grown commercially in many places across the northeast, including Maine. In addition to commercial harvest, lowbush blueberries are harvested recreationally and consumed by species as diverse as black bears, foxes, deer, birds, and porcupines.”

Source: https://extension.umaine.edu/signs-of-the-seasons/indicator-species/lowbush-blueberry-fact-sheet/