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Viorne bois d'orignal - Viburnum Lantanoides
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Seeds - Hobblebush

Viburnum lantanoides

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Origine : Non spécifiée


Catégories: arbuste, 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

Our hobblebush seeds are already stratified and ready to germinate. You will receive them in a packet mixed with moist vermiculite.

It is important to store them in the refrigerator until you are ready to start your seedlings.

Sow the seeds in the spring at a depth of approximately 10 mm. Germination can take between 20 and 90 days.

Tips to start in pots:

Sowing: Use a light, well-draining potting mix, ideally with a portion of sand or perlite to improve drainage.

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

Care after germination: Thin out seedlings if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Transplant young plants into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. You can grow and maintain your shrubs in a container for the first season and plant them in the ground in the fall.

Additional tips: Hobblebush germination can take time. Do not be discouraged if you do not see immediate results. Watch for signs of disease or pests and act quickly to treat them.

By following these steps and recommendations, 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: Pre-stratified

Scarification:

Germination time: 20 to 90 days

Sowing depth: 10 mm