Cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon or Vaccinium oxycoccos), found in wet habitats in parts of the U.S., Canada, Chile, and Europe, are red or dark purple fruits known for their tart flavor.

The evergreen huckleberry, Vaccinium ovatum, is turning purple all over Washington’s coastal regions but perhaps nowhere more than the Key Peninsula, where berry culture goes back decades.

Cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon or Vaccinium oxycoccos) contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. They also have benefits for heart, immune, and gut health. This dark red fruit ...