Shepherdia canadensis (Silver Buffaloberry)


Botanical Information

FamilyElaeagnaceae
GenusShepherdia
Speciescanadensis
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone1
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height3.5 m
Spread4 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMay, June

Description and Growing Information

CultivationTolerant of cold, poor soils, salt and drought.
Fruit DescriptionThe small, red, sour to bitter fruit is a source of food for wildlife.

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