In 1991, the state of Maine declared the Wild Blueberry to be the Official State Berry.
While blueberries are generally associated with Maine, blueberries grown in Michigan account for 32% off all consumed in the United States.
Blueberries are the largest fruit export from Canada.
Early American colonies made grey paint by boiling blueberries in milk.
High in vitamins A, C and E, blueberries are widely used in a variety of organic skin creams and lotions.
Blueberries are the second most popular berry in the United States after the strawberry, and it is the state fruit of New Jersey.
The blueberry muffin is the official muffin for the state of Minnesota.
Blueberries contain more antioxidants than most other fruits or vegetables and may help prevent damage caused by cancer, heart disease, and Alzheimer's.