{"product_id":"silver-buffaloberry","title":"Silver Buffaloberry","description":"\u003cp class=\"x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Buffaloberry is a hardy native shrub with attractive silvery foliage, small flowers, and bright red berries.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a tough and adaptable plant, growing in a range of soils from sandy and loamy to clay and gravel, and tolerating both dry conditions and occasional flooding. It performs best in full sun, although it can tolerate some partial shade. Like other members of the Elaeagnaceae family, it forms a beneficial relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria in its root nodules, allowing it to capture atmospheric nitrogen and enrich the soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe small, oval berries grow up to 1 cm and ripen in late summer becoming bright red, forming compact clusters along the branches. While they can be eaten fresh, most people find them too tart and sour for raw consumption. They are better suited for cooking into jams, jellies, pies, and sauces, or for drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWith its dense, thorny branches and tendency to form thickets, \u003cstrong\u003eSilver Buffaloberry\u003c\/strong\u003e provides excellent cover and nesting habitat for wildlife. Its nitrogen-fixing ability also makes it a valuable plant for improving soil fertility and supporting diverse plantings. The fruits are enjoyed by birds, while the shrub also provides browse for deer and other wildlife. It is a useful choice for naturalized gardens, shelterbelts, riparian restoration, and biodiversity-focused landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x1yc453h xma8rkl xgoqxah xutxfr x1fie51u xgyxj25 x1xobyvs x1elgs31 x1fv8qjw xcy5tzr x1ht4adc xnvauns x1c2l018 x14l7nz5 xuw7688 x1pjt2rx x160d6zm xrxpjvj\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne important consideration when growing \u003cstrong\u003eSilver Buffaloberry\u003c\/strong\u003e is that the species is dioecious, meaning male and female flowers occur on separate plants. Female plants require a male plant nearby for pollination and reliable fruit production. As our trees are unsexxed, it is best to plant several together, as this increases odds of having both male and female plants, to encourage good pollination and fruit set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight at Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 meter (13 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5 meter (8 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x7amdea\"\u003eDioecious (Need both male and female plants together for reliable pollination)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShepherdia argentea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prairie Hardy Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Bareroot Seedling 40-60 cm (16-24\") 2 Year Old","offer_id":66750085464179,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bundle of 5 - Bareroot Seedling 40-60 cm (16-24\") 2 Year Old SAVE 15%","offer_id":66771263094899,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/2261\/3602\/files\/SilverBuffaloberryPHN01.png?v=1790718621","url":"https:\/\/prairiehardy.ca\/products\/silver-buffaloberry","provider":"Prairie Hardy Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}