{"product_id":"shepherdie-du-canada","title":"Canada Buffaloberry","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"mso-element: para-border-div; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; border: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm; mso-padding-alt: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant note:\u003c\/b\u003e This plant is \u003ca title=\"Dioecious trees and shrubs\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/blogs\/nouvelles\/pourquoi-mon-arbre-fruitier-ne-fait-il-pas-de-fruits?\"\u003edioecious\u003c\/a\u003e , meaning \u003cb\u003ethat both a male and a female plant are required for fruit production\u003c\/b\u003e . Since the sex of young plants cannot be determined at this stage, \u003cu\u003eit is advisable to purchase two or more plants\u003c\/u\u003e to increase the chances of obtaining both sexes (though this is not guaranteed).\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanada Buffaloberry (\u003ci\u003eShepherdia canadensis\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Hardy Native Shrub for Tough Soils in Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Canada Buffaloberry (\u003ci\u003eShepherdia canadensis\u003c\/i\u003e) is a slow-growing, extremely cold-hardy native shrub ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7). It typically grows 0.5–1 ft per year (15–30 cm) and reaches 3–13 ft (1–4 m) at maturity. Best for naturalization, hedging, and poor soils, it offers silvery foliage and wildlife-friendly berries along with exceptional tolerance to dry, sandy, and nutrient-poor conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Canada Buffaloberry for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rugged native shrub perfect for challenging sites where other plants struggle, including dry and nutrient-poor soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small yards, hedges, naturalization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrogen-fixing shrub with decorative foliage and berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Canada and northern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor, nutrient-deficient soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidic to alkaline soils with low moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban and rural conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought, wind, and exposed sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree\/Shrub Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3–13 ft (1–4 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3-5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.5–1 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAdaptable (sandy, well-drained, poor soils)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLow (moderate first year)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHigh once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e30–50+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Canada Buffaloberry Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Canada Buffaloberry if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a hardy shrub for difficult soils within 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small to medium yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 2–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want native biodiversity and wildlife attraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a shrub for erosion control or natural hedging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very small (spreading habit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a plant for shade (requires full sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting in consistently wet or poorly drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalized planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife habitat gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErosion control on slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration and reforestation projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts dense, branching structure stabilizes soil while \u003cstrong\u003enitrogen-fixing roots\u003c\/strong\u003e improve soil quality. The berries attract birds, and its resilience makes it ideal for harsh environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Canada Buffaloberry Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA resilient native shrub that improves soil while supporting wildlife and adding subtle seasonal beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small yellowish flowers appear before foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silvery-green leaves and developing berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple-tinted foliage and ripening fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact branching structure remains visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Canada Buffaloberry is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7 and tolerates extreme cold, wind, and snow exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from strong winds if newly planted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4–6 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3–5 ft between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce watering as plant becomes established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Canada Buffaloberry grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 0.5–1 ft per year in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 2 and performs well in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes—male and female plants are needed for fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, roots are non-invasive and beneficial (nitrogen-fixing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to moderate—berries may drop but are generally not problematic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\/Shrubs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; height: 215.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/canada-buffaloberry\" title=\"Canada Buffaloberry (Shepherdia canadensis)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/canada-buffaloberry\" title=\"Canada Buffaloberry (Shepherdia canadensis)\"\u003eCanada Buffaloberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003eEastern Canada Native+Silver leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003eNaturalization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/common-seabuckthorn\" title=\"Common Seabuckthorn (Hippopheae rhamnoides)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/common-seabuckthorn\" title=\"Common Seabuckthorn (Hippopheae rhamnoides)\"\u003eCommon Seabuckthorn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003eEdible berries + drought tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003eCoastal\/dry sites+Edible hedges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/silver-buffaloberry\" title=\"Silver Buffaloberry (Shepherdia argentea)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/silver-buffaloberry\" title=\"Silver Buffaloberry (Shepherdia argentea)\"\u003eSilver Buffaloberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003eSilver foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); height: 58.8px;\"\u003eDry hedges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\"\u003eDeciduous Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-2-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\"\u003eHardiness Zone 2 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/nitrogen-fixing-trees-and-shrubs\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Nitrogen-Fixing Trees and Shrubs for Eastern Canada\"\u003eNitrogen-Fixing Trees and Shrubs for Eastern Canada\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/offset-greenhouse-gas-emissions\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Offset greenhouse gas emissions by planting trees!\"\u003eOffset greenhouse gas emissions by planting trees!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Native Shrubs for Cold Climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to Improve Poor Soil Naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (110 ml)","offer_id":47437267435839,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47437267468607,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/Shepherdie-du-Canada-Shepherdia-canadensis-illustration.jpg?v=1702958045","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/canada-buffaloberry","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}