Blueberries are a true American original. The beloved base of muffins and pies is native to the North American continent, where blueberries played an important role in the diets of many indigenous peoples. However, up until the last century, blueberries were exclusively foraged and harvested from the wild. The commercial cultivation of blueberries only got started in 1912. Fast forward, and now you can easily find the tastiest blueberries at the store. No more wandering the woods (unless you want to).