Blueberry Breeding Dr. Jim Hancock is breeding new varieties of blueberries in this project assessing their adaptation to upland growing conditions. More than 6000 individual seedlings have been set out in this planting thus far. Many promising selections have been identified for advanced testing. Also called Highbush cranberry, but is not a true cranberry. Fruit is eaten by birds.
Fruit is red and tart, makes a fair jelly.
Grows on well drained, moist soils. Grows 6 to 15 feet tall. Used as a windbreak and ornamental plant. Spacing 8 feet apart. Available from St. Joseph River or Galien River Soil and Water Conservation District or private nurseries.