Russet Buffaloberry – Shepherdia canadensis 1600 Seeds | Hardy Edible Native Shrub | Fast Growing Wildlife Friendly | Nitrogen Fixing | Cold Hardy Zones 2–6

Grow your own Russet Buffaloberry (Shepherdia canadensis), a rugged, fast-growing native shrub valued for its edible red berries, exceptional hardiness, and ecological benefits.

This adaptable deciduous shrub thrives in extreme conditions, tolerating cold, heat, drought, wind, salt, and poor soils. In early spring, small yellow flowers appear before bright red berries develop in summer. The fruit is edible (naturally tart and bitter) and highly beneficial for birds and wildlife.

Russet Buffaloberry is nitrogen-fixing, helping enrich depleted soils while providing essential wildlife shelter and food. It is ideal for windbreaks, shelterbelts, erosion control, conservation plantings, reforestation efforts, wildlife corridors, and large-scale native landscaping projects.

This 1600-seed bulk quantity is perfect for commercial restoration projects, contractors, conservation groups, and large acreage plantings.

You will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1600 Shepherdia canadensis seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Russet Buffaloberry, Soapberry, Foamberry, Canadian Buffaloberry
Botanical Name: Shepherdia canadensis
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Highly adaptable; tolerates poor, dry, salty, and high-pH soils
Watering: Medium; highly drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 6–8 feet (can grow larger in ideal conditions)
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 2–6
Container Friendly: Not recommended long-term

💡 Care Tip: Pour hot (not boiling) water over seeds and soak for 24 hours. Then cold stratify for 90 days at approximately 40°F before sowing 1/8 inch deep.