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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 90 days

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

Native to: Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Manitoba, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, New York, Newfoundland, Northwest Territorie, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Prince Edward I., Québec, Saskatchewan, South Dakota, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Yukon

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Introduced

Viburnum eduleViburnum edule

Mooseberry, Squashberry

In Stock: 0.246 lb (Total:0.246lb)

Viburnum edule

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0.25 lb WA

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

12,652

Quantity:

0.25 lb

Collected in:

Washington
Jefferson County

Crop year:

2026

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1838115

Characteristics

Growing Info

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

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 90 days

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

Native

Introduced

Discover the allure of Viburnum edule, commonly known as Squashberry—a versatile, broadleaf deciduous shrub cherished for its vibrant red berries and stunning fall foliage. Native to the moist forests and wetlands of northern North America, stretching from Alaska to northern Oregon and eastward to Colorado and Pennsylvania, this hardy plant thrives in USDA Zone 5. Reaching heights of 2 to 12 feet, Squashberry boasts distinctive three-lobed leaves alongside pleasant clusters of milky-white flowers that bloom between May and August. The eye-catching red or orange drupes, approximately 8 mm long, serve as a culinary delight, traditionally used by indigenous tribes to craft jellies, syrups, and sauces.

In landscape design, this shrub not only attracts an array of wildlife, including birds, bears, and butterflies, but also adds an ornamental touch with its showy fruit and foliage. Propagation can be achieved through seeds, cuttings, or layering, making it a valuable addition to gardens aiming to foster wildlife and natural beauty. Exercise caution as raw consumption may induce nausea, but processed forms provide delightful culinary staples. Embrace a piece of the northern wilderness with Viburnum edule, and enjoy a garden ablaze with color and life.