{"product_id":"russet-buffaloberry-shepherdia-canadensis-30-seeds-hardy-edible-native-shrub-fast-growing-wildlife-friendly-nitrogen-fixing-cold-hardy-zones-2-6","title":"Russet Buffaloberry – Shepherdia canadensis 30 Seeds | Hardy Edible Native Shrub | Fast Growing  Wildlife Friendly | Nitrogen Fixing | Cold Hardy Zones 2–6","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eGrow your own Russet Buffaloberry (Shepherdia canadensis), a rugged, cold-hardy native shrub prized for its edible red berries and exceptional adaptability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eThis fast-growing deciduous shrub thrives in harsh climates and poor soils, tolerating cold, heat, drought, wind, and even salty conditions. In spring, small yellow flowers appear before giving way to bright red berries in summer. The fruit is edible and traditionally used by Indigenous peoples to create a whipped berry dish often called “Indian ice cream.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eRusset Buffaloberry is also nitrogen-fixing, helping improve soil health while providing valuable food and shelter for birds and wildlife. Ideal for windbreaks, hedges, erosion control, native plant gardens, and naturalized landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eYou will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e✔️ 30 Shepherdia canadensis seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003e✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet\u003cbr data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e✔️ Sowing instructions included\u003cbr data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003e✔️ Non-pretreated seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eCommon Name: Russet Buffaloberry, Soapberry, Foamberry, Canadian Buffaloberry\u003cbr data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eBotanical Name: Shepherdia canadensis\u003cbr data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Seed\u003cbr data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eSoil: Adaptable; tolerates poor, dry, salty, and high-pH soils\u003cbr data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eWatering: Medium; high drought tolerance once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eMature Height: 6–8 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003cbr data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 2–6\u003cbr data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Not typically recommended long-term\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003e💡 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47829756772593,"sku":null,"price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify6_44_b8f0e4f4-c9a5-470f-9d9f-3357a0c8a8f1.jpg?v=1772102747","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/russet-buffaloberry-shepherdia-canadensis-30-seeds-hardy-edible-native-shrub-fast-growing-wildlife-friendly-nitrogen-fixing-cold-hardy-zones-2-6","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}