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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination, sow seed 1/4" deep, keep moist, mulch the seed bed, remove mulch upon germination

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.

Native to: Inner Mongolia, Korea, Manchuria, Primorye

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Prinsepia sinensisPrinsepia sinensis

Cherry Prinsepia, Chinese Prinsepia

In Stock: 1.729 lb (Total:1.729lb)

Prinsepia sinensis

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1.73 lb

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

1,573

Quantity:

1.73 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2022

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Item ID:

1832282

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination, sow seed 1/4" deep, keep moist, mulch the seed bed, remove mulch upon germination

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.

Discover the versatile beauty of Prinsepia sinensis, famously known as Cherry Prinsepia, a charming deciduous shrub native to China that offers a unique blend of aesthetic appeal and practical benefits. With a venerable history rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, this robust plant also graces gardens with its visually striking fruit. Adaptable and resilient, Cherry Prinsepia flourishes in various conditions, favoring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils, yet it's remarkably tolerant of diverse soil types including sandy and clay varieties. Once established, this hardy shrub withstands drought and endures frigid temperatures, thriving even in USDA zone 4a environments down to -30°F, making it an ideal choice for areas with harsh winters.

Typically reaching 6-10 feet in height, Cherry Prinsepia forms a compact, rounded silhouette adorned with slender, thorned branches and lance-shaped green leaves boasting silvery undersides. Spring ushers in clusters of petite, fragrant yellow flowers, which later transform into small tart fruits, ranging from orange to red, perfect for crafting delectable jams, jellies, and sauces. Embrace Cherry Prinsepia as a resilient, enchanting addition to your outdoor sanctuary.