What is Sea Buckthorn?

Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) is a deciduous shrub or small tree reaching 0.5 – 6 meters in height. It is a wind-pollinated, dioecious species (meaning there are both male plants and female plants) with narrow silver-gray leaves, long, sharp thorns and abundant orange berries. Female trees begin to bear fruit after 3 – 4 years and give maximum yields after 7 – 8 years.

Though native to Northern Europe and Asia, Sea Buckthorn is able to grow anywhere in temperate latitudes, from sand dunes near the sea to the Eurasian plateau at 5,200 meters above sea level. It is well-adapted to cold climates and has thrived in Canada since its introduction to this country fifty years ago.

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