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The benefits of wild berries are beyond doubt; they have been cultivated for quite some time. Today, promising blueberry varieties have been bred for planting at their summer cottage. Some people manage to grow blueberries successfully. Subject to agricultural technology, summer residents receive bountiful harvests of berries. There are a number of differences between the two species, although they both belong to the Heather family. Blueberries differ from blueberries not only in appearance, but also in growing conditions.
At first glance, both plants are very similar. In the wild, blueberries and blueberries grow mainly in the forests of Siberia, the Far East and the Caucasus. Both plants can be found in central Russia, but in a hot climate, the representatives of the Heathers are uncomfortable.
There is another name for blueberries among the people - gonobel. This is what the berry has been called since ancient times.
When planting in the country, sunny areas are chosen for blueberries. If grown in the shade, fruiting will be poor, while the berries will be small and sour.
Shaded areas are more suitable for blueberries; in an open place, the shrub dries out and dies from exposure to sunlight.
But the structure and composition of the soil for growing both crops should be approximately the same. Both plants prefer loose, fertile soil with an acidity of 3.5–4.5 pH. Plantings should be watered regularly with acidified water so that the soil does not become alkaline. Fresh organic matter is contraindicated in both cultures.
The difference between plants is determined by a number of external signs:
There are also external differences within each species. For example, blueberry and blueberry bushes may differ in crown density and size.
Today there are more than 100 varieties and hybrids of garden blueberries, many of them are officially registered in Russia.
The 10 most popular blueberry varieties:
The difference between them lies in the size of the bush (from 0.7 m to 2.5 m), the timing of flowering, the taste of the berries.
Blueberries grow in the form of a shrub or semi-shrub, there are creeping varieties.
Description of the appearance of blueberries:
The pulp of the fruit has a sweet and sour taste. Blueberry juice is clear, as opposed to pigmented blueberry juice. In autumn, the foliage on the shrub turns red, as a result the plant looks very decorative.
In contrast to blueberries, blueberries are more modest in size (up to 45 cm in height). As of today, there are no officially registered varieties of berries. Gardeners share blueberry specimens with each other or dig them up in the nearby forest and transfer them to their area.This should be done in April or at the end of September. Only a young bush is suitable for transplanting, it must be removed along with a lump of earth.
Description of the appearance of blueberries:
The pulp has a reddish-purple color due to the large amount of coloring pigment. If we compare the taste of blueberries and blueberries, we can say that blueberries have a brighter and more pronounced taste.
What kind of berries to choose - everyone decides, guided by personal preferences. Both blueberries and blueberries have a delicious taste and incredible health benefits.
Because blueberries require more sun to grow, they are richer in sugars. Blueberries have a pronounced sourness in taste. In addition, blueberries are larger, their flesh is juicy and crispy, and the skin is tender, which is important for some.
Each of these berries finds its fans, so it is impossible to give an unambiguous answer to the question of which one is tastier.
When choosing what is better to plant - blueberries or blueberries, you should evaluate how much the summer cottage corresponds to these goals, weigh your strength and experience, take into account the characteristics of each of the plants.
Blueberries are suitable for cultivation only by experienced gardeners, because it is not in vain that cultivated varieties of this forest berry have not yet been obtained. It requires a special composition of soil, which certainly includes forest litter and high moor peat. It is not recommended to plant blueberries near fruit trees, but it is necessary to pick up a semi-shaded area. The bush must be planted on the same day it was dug in the forest. If the plant does not die in the near future, there is a chance that the blueberries will take root in a new place and will yield a harvest.
Blueberry is a simpler plant in agricultural technology. Today it is cultivated even on an industrial scale. More often tall plant varieties are grown in culture, which means that the yield will be much higher.
From all that has been said, the conclusion suggests itself that blueberries are more suitable for planting in the country. And for blueberries, you can always go to the nearest forest, in good years this berry is collected in buckets.
Blueberries and blueberries have a significant amount of substances irreplaceable for the human body. You can get more benefits if you eat the fruits fresh. Almost without loss, the beneficial properties of berries are preserved even when frozen.
The blueberry and blueberry harvest is often used to prepare various preparations. They make from berries:
The fruits can be used to make homemade wine, as a filling for pies. Mousses, jelly, jelly, marmalade are prepared from blueberries and blueberries. If it is not possible to freeze the berries, they can be dried. Both types of fruits are rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, pectins, fiber.
Blueberries contain many antioxidants and ascorbic acid. In combination with other biologically active substances, these components help to significantly improve vision, strengthen the retina. For this purpose, blueberries are also used by official pharmacology, making medicines and dietary supplements on its basis.
Berries bring other benefits to the human body when consumed regularly:
People have always called blueberries "rejuvenating berries" because of their beneficial effects on the work of all organs and systems. The pronounced anti-aging effect is due to the presence of a large amount of anthocyanins in the berries.
Facial masks are also made from blueberries. When applied externally, berry juice helps to get rid of rashes, pustules, burns and other lesions.
Not only fruits are involved, but also the leaves of the plant. The broth prepared on their basis is used for washing and drinking instead of tea.
Blueberries are often referred to as "northern grapes" because the culture grows successfully even in harsh climates, where in winter the temperature drops to -35 ° C. It is difficult to overestimate the benefits that blueberries bring to the human body.
The constant consumption of fresh berries helps with a variety of problems:
The concentration of nutrients in fruits is so great that the inclusion of berries in the diet allows you to achieve not only a preventive, but also a therapeutic effect. The properties of the plant have already been noted by nutritionists, gerontologists and oncologists. Blueberry sprouts can also be used as a remedy for constipation and heart disease. The use of gonobel in cosmetic procedures helps the skin to acquire a healthy color and become more elastic.
Blueberries and blueberries have many characteristics and properties in common - both are extremely healthy and should appear on the menu as often as possible. At the same time, growing blueberries is accompanied by less difficulties. Wild blueberries are very reluctant to take root in a new place. However, if all the conditions for planting and care are met, it is quite possible to get a harvest of wild berries in your garden.
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