Oso Berry

Oso Berry

One of the first plants to bloom in the spring, Oso Berry produces racemes of attractive, almond scented, white flowers, which are followed by clusters of small, sweet, raisin-size fruit. A popular fruit among several Native American tribes, Oso Berry was eaten fresh, cooked, and dried and is also a good plant for birds and grows to be a shrub or small tree, 8 to 12 ft. in height. Our plants are grown from seed and may be either male or female plants.

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Latin Name: Oemleria cerasiformis
Site and Soil: This tree likes 1/2 day to full sun (partial shade in hot climates) and most soils.
Pollination Requirements: This tree requires a male and female plant to set fruit.
Hardiness: This tree is hardy to minus 10º F.
Bearing Age: 2-3 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 8-12 ft. in height.
Bloom Time: March.
Ripening Time: Late summer.
Yield: 2-3 lbs.
Pests & Diseases: This tree is not bothered by pests or diseases.
USDA Zone: 6