Russian Orange Sea Buckthorn

Discover the Russian Orange, a female Sea Buckthorn variety originating from Siberia. Known for its abundant harvest of vibrant orange berries yielding up to 13 kg per shrub. Its branches often arch under the heavy fruit load. The flavour profile is a perfect balance of complexity and harmony, featuring bright, tangy flavours and delicate undertones similar of pineapple and mango. These berries begin to ripen in mid-August and weigh 65 grams per 100 berries. Harvesting is made easy by the shrubs almost thornless nature. These shrubs will bear fruit just 2 to 3 years after planting. A great addition to your food forest and shelter belt.

The Sea Buckthorn berry is high in vitamins C, E, K, carotenes, flavonoids, amino acids and is high in antioxidants. Equally impressive are its uses: jams, jellies, sauces, wine, tea and why not get creative and make a wonderful sorbet, also excellent to add to your homemade skin-care products!

The Sea Buckthorn shrub is very hardy and will adapt to a variety of soil conditions. Drought tolerant once established after a few seasons, it is nitrogen fixing and tends to sucker if not controlled. 

Growers Note:

Russian Orange is the female cultivar and will need the male plant Lord planted nearby for pollination. We recommend a maximum of 7 female plants to each male. Although drought tolerant once established, it is recommended that Sea Buckthorn have regular watering or irrigation for the first few seasons.

Note on Responsible Planting:
Sea buckthorn is a hardy, fruit-producing shrub with many benefits, but it can spread in certain conditions. While our cultivars are selected for fruit production rather than aggressive growth, we encourage growers to check their local regulations, as some counties have classified them as invasive. Responsible planting and proper management are essential to protect native and riparian areas, ensuring a balanced and thriving landscape.

Hardiness Zone: 2

Height at Maturity: 2.4 meter (8 feet)

Spread: 2 meter (6 feet)  

Soil Preference: Well drained 

Light Exposure: Full sun

Pollination: Self-sterile (Needs a Male pollinator tree) 

Latin Name: Hippophae rhamnoides ‘Russian Orange’