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Hippophae rhamnoides, ( Sea Buckthorn ), Sheffield's Seed Co., Inc.
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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: can be fall sown without stratification. 

Native to: Baltic States, Belgium, China, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Netherlands, Northern Europe, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, Yugoslavia
Introduced to: Albania, Alberta, Altay, Central European Rus, East European Russia, Ireland, Krasnoyarsk, North European Russi, Ontario, Primorye, Québec, Saskatchewan, South European Russi, West Siberia, Yukon
Native
Introduced

Hippophae rhamnoides

Sea Buckthorn, Seaberry

In Stock: 82.616 lb (Total:82.616lb)

  • Hippophae rhamnoides

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82.62 lb

Details

Germination:
62%
Germination test:
TZ
Purity:
99%
Seeds per lb:
32,373
Quantity:
82.62 lb
Collected in:
Hungary
Crop year:
2022
Min. hardiness zone:
3
Item ID:
1835901

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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: can be fall sown without stratification. 

Native to: Baltic States, Belgium, China, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Netherlands, Northern Europe, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, Yugoslavia
Introduced to: Albania, Alberta, Altay, Central European Rus, East European Russia, Ireland, Krasnoyarsk, North European Russi, Ontario, Primorye, Québec, Saskatchewan, South European Russi, West Siberia, Yukon
Native
Introduced
Discover the remarkable Hippophae rhamnoides, commonly known as Sea Buckthorn or Seaberry, a versatile and resilient deciduous shrub perfect for enhancing your landscape. Native to Europe and Central Asia, this large, thorny-stemmed shrub thrives in USDA Zones 3-8, displaying impressive adaptability to a range of challenging conditions, including poor soils, harsh winds, and cold temperatures. Typically reaching heights and spreads of 8-12 feet, Sea Buckthorn features narrow, willow-like, silver-green leaves that bring elegance to any garden throughout the growing season.

In spring, the shrub reveals its delicate yellow-green female flowers and brown male catkins, with female plants producing vibrant orange berries in the fall. These berries are not only visually striking but also edible and nutrient-rich, packed with vitamins A, C, and E, making them ideal for teas, jams, and health-boosting beverages.

Embrace Sea Buckthorn for its multifunctionality as a hedge, windbreak, or erosion control solution. With low maintenance needs and high tolerance for various environmental factors, it’s the perfect choice for coastal plantings or large-scale naturalization projects. Its dense growth and sharp thorns offer an effective barrier, while its nitrogen-fixing capabilities enrich the soil. Whether for its ornamental appeal or its practical uses, Sea Buckthorn is a valuable addition to any garden or landscape.

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