Blue Sausage Fruit – Decaisnea fargesii Seeds | 5 Seeds | Hardy Ornamental Shrub | Metallic Blue Edible Pods | Fast Growing

Grow one of the most unique ornamental shrubs available with Blue Sausage Fruit (Decaisnea fargesii), also known as Dead Man’s Fingers. This fast-growing, multi-stemmed deciduous shrub is prized for its extraordinary metallic blue, bean-like fruit pods that appear in fall.

Native from the Himalayas to western China, this striking shrub reaches 12–20 feet tall and wide. In late spring, it produces drooping clusters of yellow-green flowers, followed by long cylindrical blue pods up to 6 inches in length. When mature, the pods split open to reveal sweet edible pulp surrounding the seeds. The fruit is unusual, decorative, and excellent for wildlife gardens—or even Halloween displays.

With bold tropical-looking foliage up to 3 feet long and bright yellow fall color, this plant creates dramatic seasonal interest in woodland gardens and shrub borders.

You will receive:
✔️ 5 Blue Sausage Fruit seeds
✔️ Hardy ornamental shrub variety
✔️ Showy metallic blue edible fruit
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Blue Sausage Fruit, Dead Man’s Fingers
Botanical Name: Decaisnea fargesii
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub or small tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Fertile, well-drained, consistently moist soil
Watering: Medium (intolerant of drought)
Mature Height: 12–20 feet
Spread: 12–20 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
Bloom Time: May–June
Bloom Color: Yellow-green
Fall Color: Yellow
USDA Zones: 6–9 (may regrow from roots in Zone 5)
Uses: Woodland gardens, shrub borders, specimen plant, wildlife garden, Halloween décor

💡 Care Tip:
Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Cold stratify for 90 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow ½ inch deep and keep evenly moist. Protect young plants from cold winds and avoid hot, dry climates.