Sea Buckthorn 'Big Fruit' Seedling

Our Big Fruit seedlings come from an isolated, exceptionally good mother plant with large berries. Growing out her offspring is an exciting way to find the next useful selection for fruit size, picking and productivity. The shrubs also supply shelter, nitrogen-fixing roots and leaves for tea in a mixed agroforestry planting.

Sea Buckthorn grows as a dense, thorny shrub with silver-green foliage and a rounded shape. In early spring, it produces small, inconspicuous flowers that are pollinated by wind. By late summer to early fall, clusters of bright orange berries ripen along the branches. The plant spreads through root suckers, forming dense thickets over time. Young plants require attention during establishment but become highly resilient as they mature.

Size at Maturity- Shrub Layer. Grows to 10–20 ft tall with a spread of 6–10 ft.

Current Size- Regular 10"+, 1 year old seedling
Small Under 10", 1 year old seedling

Sea Buckthorn has been cultivated for centuries across Europe, Russia and Asia for its nutrient-dense berries, rich in vitamins C and E, omega fatty acids, and antioxidants. Traditionally used in medicine, its oil is a key ingredient in cosmetics for improving skin and hair health. The berries' tart, citrus-like flavor lends itself to juices, jams, and superfood powders. In food forestry and agroforestry, Sea Buckthorn enhances biodiversity, enriches soil with nitrogen, and stabilizes erodible land. Its resilience and multi-functionality make it a standout plant in sustainable landscapes.