20 Sea Buckthorn Seeds – Heirloom Non-GMO Berry Shrub for Garden Planting

Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) is a hardy, deciduous shrub grown for its bright orange berries and silvery-green foliage. This heirloom, non-GMO variety is a valuable addition to edible landscapes, permaculture plantings, and wildlife gardens. The tart berries are commonly used for juices, jellies, and preserves, while the shrub's dense growth provides shelter and food for birds.

Sea Buckthorn is adaptable and can thrive in a range of conditions, including poor soils, once established. Its nitrogen-fixing ability and tolerance of dry, sandy sites make it a useful plant for erosion control and soil improvement. With both male and female plants required for fruit production, plan to grow several seeds to ensure pollination.

Plant Features

• Deciduous shrub with narrow, silver-green leaves
• Produces clusters of bright orange, edible berries
• Heirloom, non-GMO seeds
• Tolerant of poor, dry, and sandy soils
• Attracts birds and supports beneficial insects

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Hippophae rhamnoides
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil; tolerates poor soils
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading shrub
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Mature Height: 6-20 feet, depending on conditions
• Germination Requirements: Cold stratification recommended; sow in moist medium and keep at 60-70°F
• Spacing: 6-10 feet apart

Planting & Care

To grow sea buckthorn from seed, start indoors in late winter or early spring. Cold stratify seeds for 4-6 weeks before sowing. Press seeds into a moist, well-draining seed-starting mix, cover lightly, and keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Provide bright light and warmth for germination. Once seedlings have several true leaves, transplant into individual pots and grow on before planting outdoors after the last frost.

Choose a permanent location with full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system. Sea buckthorn is dioecious, meaning male and female flowers are on separate plants; plant multiple seedlings to increase the chance of both sexes for fruit production. Prune as needed to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches.

What's Included

20 Sea Buckthorn seeds.