Buffalo Berry Fruit Seed, Cultivate Your Own Native American Delight Berry Planting Seeds

Grow Buffalo Berry (Shepherdia argentea) plants from premium Non-GMO seeds and enjoy a resilient, productive shrub that yields small, tangy, red berries rich in antioxidants and vitamins. Native to North America, the Buffalo Berry plant thrives in diverse soils and withstands cold, drought, and wind — making it ideal for sustainable landscaping and edible gardens.

This low-maintenance, nitrogen-fixing shrub is perfect for wildlife-friendly gardens, hedgerows, or erosion control. Its silvery foliage, yellow blooms, and vibrant red berries add ornamental beauty along with practical value for home growers.

Features:

• Produces tart, red, nutrient-rich berries

• Non-GMO and naturally sourced seeds

• Drought-tolerant and hardy to cold climates

• Native to North America; ideal for naturalized landscapes

• Supports pollinators and wildlife

Specifications:

• Common Name: Buffalo Berry, Silver Buffaloberry

• Scientific Name: Shepherdia argentea

• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy

• Height: 6–12 feet (1.8–3.6 m)

• Spread: 8–10 feet (2.4–3 m)

• Fruit Characteristics: Small, red, tangy berries

• Bloom Time: Late spring

• Harvest Season: Late summer to early fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Adaptable to sandy, loamy, or clay soils

• Soil pH: 6.0–8.0

• Watering: Low once established; drought-tolerant

• Temperature Range: 35–95°F (2–35°C)

• Season: Best planted in spring or fall

• Germination Time: 30–90 days (cold stratification recommended)

• Plant Spacing: 8–10 feet apart

• Pollination: Dioecious (requires male and female plants for fruit)

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting Guide:

1. Stratify seeds by chilling for 60–90 days at 35–40°F before planting.

2. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in well-drained soil.

3. Maintain soil temperature between 65–75°F for germination.

4. Water lightly until seedlings establish.

5. Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed.

6. For fruit production, plant both male and female shrubs.