Vaccinium crassifolium, commonly known as Creeping Blueberry, is an evergreen shrub native to the coastal plain regions of the southeastern United States, specifically Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. It is typically found in acidic, sandy soils of pine barrens, open woodlands, and occasionally in disturbed areas such as roadsides. This low-growing plant reaches only 6 inches (15 cm) in height but can spread up to 3 feet (1 meter) wide, forming a dense mat of foliage.

Creeping Blueberry is valued for its ornamental features, including its shiny, dark green to bronze leaves which take on a reddish tint in the winter. It produces small, white to pink, bell-shaped flowers in the spring, followed by edible blue-black berries in the summer. The berries are not only attractive but also provide food for wildlife. This plant is used in gardens for ground cover, in rockeries, and for erosion control due to its spreading habit. It prefers partial shade to full sun, acidic soil, and requires good drainage to thrive. While it is drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry spells. Creeping Blueberry is relatively low-maintenance and is not known to suffer from serious pest or disease problems. However, it may be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0