Buffaloberry
The buffaloberry (Shepherdia argentea) is found in western Iowa
Habitat: Grows on dry uplands, prairie woodland edges and loess bluffs.
Hardiness: Zones 2 though 3
Growth Rate: Medium
Mature Shape: Multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with a rounded form
Height: 8-10 feet
Width: 8-10 feet
Site Requirements: full sunlight; dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil; drought tolerant
Flowering Dates: April - June
Seed Dispersal Dates: Through Winter
Seed Bearing Age: 2 years
Seed Bearing Frequency: Yearly
Seed Stratification: Acid scarification followed by prechilling for 2-3 months at 34°F to 40°F