Prevoshodnaya Sea Buckthorn (Female)

This variety is unavailable this year!

Species: Hippophae rhamnoides

History: Prevoshodnaya sea buckthorn, aka Siberian Splendour, originated from a Siberian fruit research station in the Altai region. Its name may be a slight misspelling of the Russian word 'prevoskhodnaya' meaning 'excellent.'

Why We Grow It: This Russian variety boasts excellent fruit quality with large, tender berries that are easy to pick. This cultivar reaches 10-12', or can be kept smaller with annual pruning or bending for a living fence.

Canadian Hardiness Zone: 3

Soil Preference: Prefers clay loam but adaptable to different soil types

Growth Habits and Disease Resistance: Shrub reaches 3-3.5m tall. No notable pests or diseases.

Thorns: Yes

Sun/Shade: Full sun (approx. 8-10 hours of sun daily)

Pollination: Requires a male plant for pollination in order to produce fruit

Flowering Time: May

Bloom Colour: Yellowish-white

Ripens: Early September

Storage: Keeps up to two weeks in the fridge

Recommended Use: Cooking, baking, jam, wine, juice, tea, animal fodder

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