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Viorne bois d'orignal - Viburnum Lantanoides
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Seeds - Hobblebush

Viburnum lantanoides

Minimum 25 semences par enveloppe

$4.25
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Harvest year

Semences par gramme: 35

Année de récolte: 2024


Catégories: bandes riveraines, comestible, indigène, nectarifère, résiste aux cerfs, vivace,

Aire de répartition indigène: ON, QC, NB, PE, NS, NL,

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For successful seedlings,
see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!

Hobblebush (Viburnum lantanoides) is a small native shrub found in eastern North America's forests, typically reaching up to 3.5 metres in height. Ideal for shaded gardens, hobblebush is distinguished by its large, rounded leaves that are dark green and velvety in texture, turning reddish-orange in the fall. Early in spring, it produces a majestic inflorescence, consisting of an outer ring of white flowers surrounding an inner cluster of small greenish flowers. These flowers attract numerous pollinators and make the shrub a host plant for the Northern azure butterfly caterpillar (Celastrina lucia). In the fall, the flowers turn into red berries that darken when ripe and are consumed by birds and small mammals, providing a food source during the cold months.

Medicinal and Culinary Uses
Hobblebush has astringent and tonic properties. Traditionally, its bark was used in decoctions to relieve cramps and soothe mild pain. Its berries, although edible when ripe, have a bitter taste and are therefore better suited for preserves or jams after cooking.

Ecological Roles
Hobblebush plays a crucial ecological role in the understory. Its flowers attract various pollinators in the spring, including bees and butterflies, and its berries provide a valuable food source for birds and small mammals in fall and winter. Its roots stabilize soil in forest ecosystems, and it contributes to biodiversity by forming small thickets through natural layering.

 

Hobblebush seeds require cold stratification to ensure germination. See the cultivation notes below for more details.

Akène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.

Growing Notes | Seeds - Hobblebush

Germinating hobblebush seeds can be a rewarding process, although it requires patience and attention to detail. Here are steps and tips to optimize germination of these seeds:

1. Scarification
Soak the seeds in a bowl of water for 24 hours.

2. Warm Stratification
Mix the seeds with sand, seed starting mix, or damp vermiculite in a plastic bag. Keep the bag in a light-protected area at room temperature for 120 to 150 days.

3. Cold Stratification
After the warm stratification period, place the bag in the refrigerator for about 75 days. Cold stratification mimics the natural winter conditions that the seeds must undergo before germinating.

4. Sowing
Sow the seeds in the spring after the stratification period. Use a light, well-draining soil mix, ideally with some sand or perlite to enhance drainage. Sow the seeds at a shallow depth, about twice the thickness of the seed.

5. Growing Conditions
Place the pots in a very bright location but not in direct sunlight, or under grow lights for the seedlings. Keep the substrate moist but not waterlogged. Good ventilation is crucial to prevent mold and fungal diseases. A temperature of 18-24 °C is generally ideal for germination.

6. Post-Germination Care
Thin the seedlings if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Transplant the young plants into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. You can grow and care for your shrubs in containers for the first season and plant them in the ground in the fall.

Additional Tips
Germination can take time. Do not be discouraged if you do not see immediate germination. Monitor for signs of disease or pests and act quickly to treat them.

By following these steps and tips, you increase your chances of successfully germinating hobblebush. The key is to recreate, as much as possible, the natural conditions to which these seeds are adapted.

Seeds per packet: 25

Family: Viburnaceae

Scientific name: Viburnum lantanoides

Life cycle: Perennial

Hardiness zone: 3

Soil type: Silty to clayey

Soil moisture level: Medium to humid

Soil - additional attributes: Acidic, rich

Light: Partial shade, shade

Blooming: May to June

Spacing: 350 cm

Height: 350 cm

Deer resistance: Moderate

Stratification: Hot 120 days, cold 75 days

Scarification: Soaking

Germination time: 20 to 90 days

Sowing depth: 10 mm