Most of us know blueberries as the sweet “superfood” we toss into smoothies or onto our pancakes.

But the story of the blueberry runs much deeper, touching myth, history, survival, and children’s literature.

In this episode, I take you into the world of the wild blueberry (or Vaccinium angustifolium if we want to get technical) - a low bush plant that carries a rich legacy.

From Robert McCloskey’s ‘Blueberries for Sal’ to Native American legend and dietary staple, this humble fruit has been feeding bodies and imaginations for generations.

In this episode:

• The story of the classic children’s book, Blueberries for Sal.
• What’s the difference between wild blueberries and regular blueberries?
• Why some people call blueberries “starberries”.
• The role of blueberries in pemmican and their history as sustenance and medicine.
• Where bears play their role when it comes to growing blueberries.
• Why blueberries are more than just a trendy “superfood”.
• How to grow blueberries at home.

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