{"product_id":"argousier-faux-nerprun","title":"Common Seabuckthorn","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 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"border: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm; mso-padding-alt: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt; margin: 6.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: FR-CA;\"\u003eImportant note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: FR-CA;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e This plant is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/why-fruit-tree-not-producing\" title=\"Nursery News: Dioecious trees and shrubs\"\u003edioecious\u003c\/a\u003e , meaning that \u003cb\u003eboth 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.\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: FR-CA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Seabuckthorn (\u003cem\u003eHippophae rhamnoides\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible Superfruit \u0026amp; Hardy Windbreak for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Common Seabuckthorn (\u003cem\u003eHippophae rhamnoides\u003c\/em\u003e) is a moderate-growing, extremely cold-hardy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Decidious shrubs in Quebec and Ontario\"\u003eshrub\u003c\/a\u003e ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7). It typically grows about 1–2 ft per year and reaches 6–13 ft at maturity. Best for edible landscaping, windbreaks, and erosion control, it offers \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Common Seabuckthorn benefits\" href=\"https:\/\/floem.ca\/en\/blogs\/blogue\/sea-buckthorn-benefits-uses-canada\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebright orange vitamin-rich berries\u003c\/a\u003e in fall and exceptional tolerance to poor soils, drought, and exposed conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Introduction to Common Seabuckthorn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/page\/introduction-sea-buckthorn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCommon Seabuckthorn\u003c\/a\u003e for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly resilient, fruit-producing shrub that thrives in harsh Canadian climates, Seabuckthorn is ideal for both functional landscaping and edible gardens thanks to its hardiness and adaptability.\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 Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edible \/ Windbreak \/ Natural hedge\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 Bright orange edible berries rich in nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Europe and Asia; widely planted in Canada\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 or rocky soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-drained soils (even low fertility)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal and exposed conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind, drought, and cold climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\/Shrub Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–13 ft (2–4 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained \/ Sandy \/ Poor soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–50+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Common Seabuckthorn Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Common Seabuckthorn if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fruit production within 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a medium to large yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 2–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want edible berries + hardy structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a shrub for windbreaks, hedges, or erosion control\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 want a clean ornamental shrub (berries can drop)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to walkways or structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdible landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindbreak or shelterbelt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy hedge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErosion control on slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"123\" data-start=\"106\"\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seabuckthorn forms a dense, thorny structure, produces abundant nutrient-rich fruit, \u003cstrong\u003efixes nitrogen to improve soil fertility\u003c\/strong\u003e, and tolerates extreme conditions including poor soil and drought, making it both practical and productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes Common Seabuckthorn Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, inconspicuous flowers appear before leaf-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silvery-green foliage provides a unique texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright orange berries cover branches, highly ornamental and edible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense branching offers structure and wildlife shelter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Common Seabuckthorn benefits\" href=\"https:\/\/floem.ca\/en\/blogs\/blogue\/sea-buckthorn-benefits-uses-canada\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enutrient-rich fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and extreme hardiness makes it one of the most versatile shrubs for Canadian climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Common Seabuckthorn is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7 and tolerates harsh winters, strong winds, and freezing temperatures exceptionally well.\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 young plants from strong wind exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\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\u003e10–15 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6–10 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce watering as plant establishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Common Seabuckthorn grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 2–3 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 very well across Ontario and Eastern Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Male and female plants are required for fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt spreads by suckers, so allow adequate spacing and consider root management in smaller spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate. Berries may drop if not harvested, but they are typically harvested for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\/Shrubs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9572%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.6289%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.6195%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.0821%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7529%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.6289%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/common-seabuckthorn\" title=\"Common Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canadaproducts\/common-seabuckthorn\" title=\"Common Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/common-seabuckthorn\" title=\"Common Seabuckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides)\"\u003eCommon Seabuckthorn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.6195%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.0821%;\"\u003eEdible orange berries; nitrogen-fixing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7529%;\"\u003eEdible hedge \/ windbreak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.6289%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Silverberry (Elaeagnus commutata)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/silverberry\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/silverberry\" title=\"Silverberry (Elaeagnus commutata)\"\u003eSilverberry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.6195%;\"\u003eModerate-Fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.0821%;\"\u003eSilvery foliage; nitrogen-fixing; very drought tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7529%;\"\u003eWindbreaks, poor soils, dry sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 21.6289%;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Silver Buffaloberry (Shepherdia argentea)\" href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/silver-buffaloberry\"\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=\"width: 19.6195%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.0821%;\"\u003eSilver leaves + red berries; nitrogen-fixing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7529%;\"\u003eHedging, wildlife planting, dry landscapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\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 Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee (if applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/edible-trees\" title=\"Collection: Edible Trees and Shrubs\"\u003eEdible Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-4-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-2-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\"\u003eZone 2 Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/nitrogen-fixing-trees-and-shrubs\" title=\"Nitrogen-Fixing Trees and Shrubs for Eastern Canada\"\u003e\u003c\/a\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/why-fruit-tree-not-producing\" title=\"Nursery News: Why Isn’t My Fruit Tree Producing Fruit?\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/why-fruit-tree-not-producing\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Why Isn’t My Fruit Tree Producing Fruit?\"\u003eWhy Isn’t My Fruit Tree Producing Fruit?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (100 ml)","offer_id":47318904701247,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47318904734015,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/Argousier-faux-nerprun-illustration.jpg?v=1703017659","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/common-seabuckthorn","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}