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Growing Info

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

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: remove seed from fruit prior to treatments

Native to: China, Japan, Korea (South)

Introduced to: USA

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Symplocos paniculataSymplocos paniculata

Asiatic Sweetleaf, Sapphire Berry

In Stock: 1.703 lb (Total:1.703lb)

Symplocos paniculata

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1.7 lb

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Germination:

63%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

8,910

Quantity:

1.7 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2022

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Item ID:

1832517

Characteristics

Growing Info

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

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: remove seed from fruit prior to treatments

Native to: China, Japan, Korea (South)

Introduced to: USA

Native

Introduced

Discover the allure of Symplocos paniculata, commonly known as Sapphire Berry or Asiatic Sweetleaf, a captivating ornamental treasure native to Asia. This deciduous shrub or small tree, belonging to the Symplocaceae family, is celebrated for its striking blue fruits and fragrant blooms. It typically reaches a height of 10 to 20 feet, thriving in various conditions but flourishing under sunny skies and in moist, acidic soils. The name Symplocos stems from the Greek word for "combination," a nod to its fused stamens, while "paniculata" describes its panicle-like inflorescence. This plant showcases vibrant, ovoid leaves, which, depending on the variant, oscillate between smooth and pubescent textures. Sapphire Berry bears vivid blue to black fruits in the fall, each cherished by birds, making it an ideal choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

For optimal fruit production, plant multiple trees together to encourage cross-pollination. Its visually pleasing multistemmed habit makes it perfect for screens, back-of-border plantings, or small groupings in gardens. Sapphire Berry's resilience means it's generally pest-free, while its adaptability is evident across regions from the Himalayas to eastern Asia. Welcome this spectacular specimen into your landscape and watch its vibrant character and utility unfold.