{"product_id":"indian-plum-seeds-oemleria-cerasiformis-osoberry-native-flowering-shrub","title":"Indian Plum Seeds (Oemleria cerasiformis) – Osoberry Native Flowering Shrub","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndian Plum (Oemleria cerasiformis), also called osoberry or Oregon plum, is a deciduous shrub native to the Pacific Northwest of North America and one of the very first plants to flower each year. In late winter to early spring, drooping clusters of fragrant white flowers appear alongside fresh green leaves, followed on female plants by small, plum-like fruits that ripen from orange to blue-black. The fruits are a valuable early food for birds and wildlife, making this an excellent shrub for woodland gardens, native plantings, informal hedges and wildlife gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian plum has separate male and female plants, and only female plants produce fruit, so grow several seedlings to ensure both are present. The ripe fruit is edible but has a bittersweet flavour and a large pit; the pits should not be eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous flowering shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrant, white, drooping clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late winter to early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, orange ripening to blue-black (female plants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 15–20 ft (4.5–6 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 ft (90–150 cm) for hedging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 6–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young plants only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds need a cold period to germinate. Sow them outdoors in autumn in pots or a prepared seedbed and let winter provide the chill, or mix them with slightly moist sand and refrigerate for 60–90 days before sowing in spring. Sow about ¼ inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist. Grow seedlings in partial shade with good airflow until they are well established, then plant them out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in well-drained, moderately moist soil enriched with organic matter, in partial shade or sun. Water regularly while young, then reduce once established. Mulch to retain moisture and protect the roots. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and density.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OrganicSeedsHub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45571724214455,"sku":"RA_DEC_25_445","price":16.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/3335\/6471\/files\/freepik__the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural__54152.png?v=1766929199","url":"https:\/\/organicseedshub.com\/products\/indian-plum-seeds-oemleria-cerasiformis-osoberry-native-flowering-shrub","provider":"OrganicSeedsHub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}