Russet Buffaloberry

Sheperdia canadensis

Also known as: Canada Buffaloberry

Plant Category: shrubs

Light Conditions:

Sun to Shade

Soil Conditions:

Dry to Moist, Drought-tolerant

Chinook Exposure:

Full exposure

Size:

Up to 5' T & 3' W

Bloom Period:

June

Bloom Colour:

Tiny yellow, male and female on separate plants

Growth Habit:

Moderate

Spreads By:

Seed

Features:

Birds
Butterflies
Bees
Native Bees
Fragrant
Berries
Fall Color
Small Spaces

Large Spaces
Good in Containers
Long Bloom Time
Deer Resistant
Attractive Seed Heads
Edible Parts
Medicinal Properties
Posionous

This item will ship from:

Wright Nursery

Seed Price: $0.00
"Currently Unavailable"

Plug Price: $6.25

Sheperdia canadensis (Russet Buffaloberry)

Please Note: Plug orders being shipped have a minimum order requirement of 8 plugs. As the Trees & Shrubs will be coming from Wright Nurseries in central Alberta and the Wildflowers, Grasses & Vines from Wild About Flowers by Okotoks, AB, both categories have a minimum order of 8 plugs for plug orders being shipped.

Description: Branchy shrub up to 1.5m tall with a neat upright parallel growth pattern. New growth is uniquely speckled with gold-like flecks. The underside of the dark green leaves has distinctive reddish-brown speckles. Tiny yellow flowers in spring give way to clusters of bright red berries. The fruit is one of the first to ripen in this region. Birds enjoy the fruit and will strip a plant quickly. Drought tolerant and versatile.

Notes: Does not like its roots to be disturbed after planting. Not recommended for landscapes in bear country.

Important Information: The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom. The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please contact us with any questions you may have.