{"title":"Best Plants for Wildlife","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 24 varieties in our catalog that scored 8 or higher out of 10 for feeding wildlife. Scored on what the plant offers birds and mammals, and for how long in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn 8 is Very good on the adapted Beach (1905) grade, a 9 is Very good to best and a 10 is Best. Varieties that scored 6 or 7 are genuinely good at this too, and you will find them under the matching Shop by Use group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery score in this list is sourced. Nothing is here because it is popular, and nothing is here on our word alone. The full evidence, including what each variety scored for every other use and why, is in the use guide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"adams-elderberry-bundle-of-2","title":"Adam's Elderberry (Bundle of 2)","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eAdam’s Elderberry originated in New York State in 1926 and is known for its exceptionally large berries. It ripens about two weeks before Ranch—so roughly mid-August here in Missoula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eProductive, Hardy \u0026amp; Fall-Friendly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThis variety tolerates wet locations well, is productive and hardy, and shows off with lovely fall foliage. The berries are perfect for pies, jam, juices, and wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eA Tonic for Winter Wellness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eElderberry juice is one of the best natural remedies for colds and flu, and it makes a wonderful winter tonic!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003ePollination \u0026amp; Planting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFor best fruit set, plant with John's, Ranch or North American Black Elderberry to ensure good cross-pollination. Hardy to Zone 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003ePlant Size \u0026amp; Root Health\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThese shrubs are 1–2 feet tall and have excellent root systems, with lots of fine root hairs to help them establish quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42496796098626,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/adams-elderberry-berries.webp?v=1789019153"},{"product_id":"aspen-bundle-of-3","title":"Aspen (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe oldest living organism in the world is 80,000 years old and clones itself. Known as Pando, and nicknamed the Trembling Giant, this organism is actually a single grove of Quaking Aspen trees in Utah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eAbout Quaking Aspen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThese trees are super hardy and tend to sucker, so be careful where you plant them. With beautiful fall foliage, they prefer wetter conditions and won’t tolerate dry soils in their early years. They’re hardy all the way down to zone 1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eTrees are 2-3 ft.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"2-3 ft. Seedlings","offer_id":42535366033474,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/aspen-fall-leaves.webp?v=1789019191"},{"product_id":"buffaloberry-bundle-of-5","title":"Buffaloberry (Bundle of 5)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAn extremely drought-tolerant and cold-hardy shrub, the fruits have a nice lemony, sweet\/tart taste and have recently earned the label of a \"superfruit.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImpressive Size in Montana\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIt reaches around 12–15 feet in Missoula, Kalispell, Billings, and other places we’ve seen it growing across Montana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNitrogen-Fixing Bonus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis non-leguminous, nitrogen-fixing shrub is hardy down to Zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePollination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuffaloberry is dioecious, meaning individual plants are either male or female. The USDA plant guide says the flowers are insect pollinated, most commonly by honey bees and bumble bees. Either way, having at least one male nearby as a pollenizer is essential for fruit production, and one male will serve several females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese plants are grown from seed, which means there is no fixed male-to-female ratio in any given bundle. However, in large populations, seed-grown buffaloberry naturally averages about 50% male and 50% female.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the sex of seedlings cannot be determined until they flower, the ratio within a bundle of five is random. Statistically, each seedling has a 50% chance of being male and a 50% chance of being female.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo put the odds in practical terms:\u003cbr\u003eThe probability that all five seedlings are female is (0.5)⁵, or 3.125%.\u003cbr\u003eThat means the probability that a bundle of five contains at least one male is 96.875%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn real-world terms, almost every bundle of five will include a male, making this an effective and practical way to establish a fruiting planting from seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummary:\u003cbr\u003eSeedling ratio: roughly 50\/50 male–female\u003cbr\u003eOdds your bundle of five includes at least one male: ~97%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCurrent Plant Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003ePlants are currently 2-3 ft tall\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"2-3 ft.","offer_id":42535083147330,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/buffaloberry-fruit-on-branch.webp?v=1789019775"},{"product_id":"chokecherry-bundle-of-5","title":"Chokecherry (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis Montana native tree is one of our favorites. From its uniquely cone-like white flowers in the spring (which attract tons of pollinators) to its berries—important both for wildlife and in the kitchen—Chokecherry is a must-have for any cold-climate fruit grower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOur favorite way to use the berries is for chokecherry syrup, since they’re a bit astringent when eaten fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eTough and Hardy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHardy to zone 2—possibly even surviving temps in the -50s°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e2nd photo courtesy of Matt Lavin.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #cfcfcf;border-left:4px solid #8a1c1c;background:#faf7f6;padding:14px 18px;margin-top:28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping restrictions — state quarantine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eEffective September 2025, Alaska issued a statewide quarantine order prohibiting the importation, transport, and sale of chokecherry (\u003cem\u003ePrunus virginiana\u003c\/em\u003e) and mayday tree (\u003cem\u003ePrunus padus\u003c\/em\u003e). We \u003cstrong\u003ecannot ship this plant to Alaska\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease also note:\u003c\/strong\u003e chokecherry is a host for X-disease (Western X phytoplasma). Michigan restricts planting chokecherry within 500 feet of a peach or cherry orchard and within 1,000 feet of nursery stock. If you live near commercial stone-fruit production, check local siting rules before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.9em;color:#555;\"\u003eOrders placed to a prohibited state will be cancelled and refunded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"3-5 ft.","offer_id":42535318650946,"sku":null,"price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/chokecherry-fruit-on-branch.webp?v=1789019775"},{"product_id":"elderberry-bundle-of-5","title":"Elderberry, American (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eA medium to large, multi-stemmed, open, spreading shrub reaching 6–10 feet tall, American Elderberry produces large white flower clusters followed by purple-black fruits in late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eImmune-Boosting \u0026amp; Versatile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe berries are known for their immune-boosting properties and are best used for this purpose in syrups and tinctures. They also make excellent jam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCold-Hardy and Reliable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHardy to Zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOther Varieties Available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eAlso see our other cultivated varieties of elderberry in the Shrubs section of the site.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"2-3 ft.","offer_id":42535380615234,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/american-elderberry-berries.webp?v=1789019845"},{"product_id":"golden-currant-bundle-of-3-2k3kk","title":"Golden Currant (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eGolden Currant is native to North America, with fragrant yellow flowers in the spring and sweet, scrumptious berries that are\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 6-10 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003emm diameter, globose to ellipsoid, ripening from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003egreen to yellow to red and finally black to dark \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003epurple.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eGreat Fit for Montana Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eReaching 4–5 feet tall at maturity, these do well in all parts of Montana. A must for cold-climate growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCold-Hardy and Tough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHardy to Zone 2 (-40°F or more)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCurrent Plant Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThese shrubs are currently 3-5 ft. tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003ePhoto by Al Schneider\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #cfcfcf;border-left:4px solid #8a1c1c;background:#faf7f6;padding:14px 18px;margin-top:28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping restrictions — white pine blister rust quarantine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eAll \u003cem\u003eRibes\u003c\/em\u003e (currants and gooseberries) are alternate hosts for white pine blister rust, and golden currant (\u003cem\u003eRibes aureum\u003c\/em\u003e) is named specifically in several state quarantines. We \u003cstrong\u003ecannot ship this plant to Delaware, New Hampshire, North Carolina, or Rhode Island\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its sale or importation is prohibited by state law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePermit or county-level restrictions also apply in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and West Virginia (prohibited in specific counties or townships) and Michigan and New York (state permit required). Please check your local rules before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.9em;color:#555;\"\u003eOrders placed to a prohibited state will be cancelled and refunded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"3-5 ft.","offer_id":42535321141314,"sku":null,"price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/golden-currant-in-bloom.webp?v=1789020103"},{"product_id":"hawthorne-bundle-of-2","title":"Hawthorne (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThis selection of Hawthorn will grow almost anywhere. It’s tough, adaptable, and ready to thrive in a variety of conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFruit That Lasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThe dark red fruit stay on the branches through winter, often until the following spring (unless they’re eaten first). The USDA plant guide for black hawthorn credits it with abundant food and cover for game birds, naming blue grouse and sharp-tailed grouse, and pheasants, partridges and quail take the fruit as well. Mule deer and small mammals browse the leaves and twigs, and the dense thorny thickets give songbirds protected nesting and escape cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eGood for Wildlife—and You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThe fruit and flowers aren’t just for wildlife—they have medicinal uses too. Hawthorn is known to be good for the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eA Pollinator Magnet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eExcellent for attracting pollinators to your orchard. These trees will bring in native pollinators and help promote a healthy, diverse insect population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003ePlant Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Spring 2027 plants are roughly 2-3 ft. tall with a well established root system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eHardy to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42472436727874,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/hawthorn-berries-on-branch.webp?v=1789020135"},{"product_id":"huckleberry-bundle-of-3-ggy79","title":"Huckleberry (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"98\" data-start=\"84\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"487\" data-start=\"99\"\u003eWe’ve been growing huckleberries for several years now, and while there are a few things to keep in mind, they can thrive outside of their native habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"529\" data-start=\"489\"\u003eKey Growing Tips for Huckleberries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1026\" data-start=\"530\"\u003eFirstly, like their blueberry cousins, huckleberries do not like alkaline soil. Secondly, they have mycelium (soil fungi) dependencies, and when these needs are not met, they suffer. They also do not like direct sunlight, so it's important to amend the soil with some forest duff where huckleberries thrive (see the photo where there is moss, etc., in the pot we grow them in). Periodically adding elemental sulfur and ensuring they aren’t exposed to direct sunlight will also help them flourish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1048\" data-start=\"1028\"\u003eCold Hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1136\" data-start=\"1049\"\u003eHardy to Zone 3 (-40°F or more), huckleberries can handle some of the coldest climates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"6-18\"","offer_id":42499234922562,"sku":null,"price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/huckleberry-fruit-and-leaves.webp?v=1789020347"},{"product_id":"mountain-ash-bundle-of-2","title":"Mountain Ash (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tree isn’t technically native to Montana (the closest native range is eastern North Dakota), but it’s not listed elsewhere on the website. These trees are extremely hardy and can thrive in tough conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeautiful Spring Blooms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the spring, they produce pretty white flowers that add a touch of beauty to any landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEdible and Versatile Fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter their first winter freeze, the fruits become edible—both raw or cooked. They can be used to make pie and jelly, making them a great addition to any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize and Hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese trees will reach about 30 ft. at maturity. Hardy to zone 3, or possibly even zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrees are 18-24\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #cfcfcf;border-left:4px solid #8a1c1c;background:#faf7f6;padding:14px 18px;margin-top:28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping restrictions — state invasive plant law\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eEuropean mountain ash (\u003cem\u003eSorbus aucuparia\u003c\/em\u003e) is on Maine’s “do not sell” list of prohibited invasive plants, and Minnesota has designated it a Specially Regulated Plant with sale prohibited from 2029. We \u003cstrong\u003edo not ship mountain ash to Maine\u003c\/strong\u003e. Minnesota customers should note the coming 2029 restriction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eThese restrictions apply to the European species. If you are ordering from a state that regulates \u003cem\u003eSorbus aucuparia\u003c\/em\u003e and need written confirmation of the species we are shipping, contact us before ordering and we will confirm from our nursery records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.9em;color:#555;\"\u003eOrders placed to a prohibited state will be cancelled and refunded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"3-5 ft.","offer_id":42535363936322,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/mountain-ash-berries.webp?v=1789020641"},{"product_id":"native-american-plum-bundle-of-2","title":"Native American Plum (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Native American Plum produces fragrant, white flowers in showy, flat-topped clusters that appear before the leaves in spring. These blooms are tied with Linden for the best floral, perfumy blossom smell when in full bloom. Their scent is unreal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEdible Fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit that follows ripens to a shiny, bright red in August or September. It’s great fresh (if left to ripen longer on the tree), dried, or made into preserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGreat for Pollinators\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tree will pollenize other Native American Plums, making it a perfect choice for creating a natural windbreak or attracting pollinators. Help support native pollinators with this addition to your landscape!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardy and Adaptable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese trees are 3–5 ft. tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull-size tree image (last photo) taken in Bozeman and courtesy of Matt Lavin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42472438464578,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/native-american-plum-fruit.webp?v=1789020641"},{"product_id":"northern-red-oak-bundle-of-3","title":"Oak, Northern Red (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eNorthern Red Oak is an oak native to the eastern deciduous forest. Living up to 400 years, Red Oak has been an important timber species, as it is often used in flooring, furniture, interior trim, and veneer. The acorns can be collected in the Fall, shelled, tied up in a cloth and leached in water to remove bitterness. They can then be turned into a flour. Hardy to zone 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eThese trees are 3-4 ft. with good, developed root systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"3-4 ft.","offer_id":42535394869314,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/northern-red-oak-acorns.webp?v=1789020680"},{"product_id":"peach-leaf-willow-bundle-of-3","title":"Peach Leaf Willow (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOne of Montana's native willows, the Peach Leaf Willow is the tallest willow species in the state. Its arborescent growth form is similar to that of poplars and cottonwoods, making it a unique and striking tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eA Keystone Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eWillows are considered a keystone plant in many ecosystems because they serve as host plants for hundreds of Lepidoptera species. These species form the foundation of the entire food web, supporting various wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003ePollinator-Friendly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe flowers appear in early spring, attracting butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, providing critical early-season nutrition. This makes the Peach Leaf Willow an essential plant for supporting pollinator populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eNatural Water Purifiers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eWillows are also natural water purification factories. They can clean contaminated water in ways that geoengineers are still working to replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHardy and Resilient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHardy to zone 1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eTrees are 2–3 ft. tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eImages courtesy of Matt Lavin and Andrey Zharkikh.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"2-3 ft.","offer_id":42535406403650,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/peach-leaf-willow-foliage.webp?v=1789020828"},{"product_id":"ponderosa-pine-bundle-of-3","title":"Ponderosa Pine (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003ePonderosa, or “P Pine” as we call it locally, is the largest of the Western Pine species. While often thought of as a \"mountain tree,\" Ponderosa Pines can also be found in the western Great Plains and rocky mountain terrain, thriving on sites that are relatively dry and nutrient-poor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eDistinctive Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThese trees are characterized by needles in clusters of two or three, ranging from five to ten inches long. Their bark starts as brown to black, but with age, it turns yellowish-brown to cinnamon, with scaly plates separated by deep, irregular furrows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eCones and Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003ePonderosas bear cones that are three to six inches long and two inches wide, with sharp points on the ends of the scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eDrought Tolerant and Important for Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eExtremely drought-tolerant, Ponderosa Pines are crucial for supporting wildlife habitat, native bird and insect populations, and even creating fossil water. \u003cspan\u003eHardy to \u003c\/span\u003ezone 1\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eCurrent Stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThese trees are bare root and range from 7 inches to 1.5 ft. tall. Due to their slow-growing nature, they are actually going into their fifth year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"7-15\"","offer_id":42535408500802,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/ponderosa-pine-cone-and-needles.webp?v=1789020829"},{"product_id":"ranch-elderberry-bundle-of-3","title":"Ranch Elderberry (Bundle of 2)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eRanch produces larger elderberries with more vigor. The fruit ripens about two weeks later than Adams, which should be planted nearby for best pollination—though North American Black Elderberry can also do the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eEasy to Grow, Beautiful in Bloom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis variety requires very little maintenance. In spring, giant clusters of white flowers bloom, turning into soft, nearly black berries by late summer. Both the elderflowers and the ripe elderberries are edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCold Hardy \u0026amp; Productive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eRanch ripens near the end of August and is reliably cold-hardy—great for northern growers. Hardy to Zone 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCurrent Size \u0026amp; Root Health\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThese shrubs are available in two sizes, 1–2 feet tall and 2-3 ft. tall. These are potted transplants (not field grown), so they come with lots of fine root hairs and are ready to thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"1-2 ft.","offer_id":42503635664962,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-3 ft.","offer_id":42503635697730,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/ranch-elderberry-berries.webp?v=1789020871"},{"product_id":"rocky-mountain-juniper-bundle-of-3","title":"Rocky Mountain Juniper (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eA columnar to somewhat rounded evergreen tree, the Rocky Mountain Juniper often supports several main stems, making it a striking addition to any landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eFoliage and Cones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe juvenile foliage consists of pointed, white-coated needles, while the adult foliage is scale-like and varies in color from dark green to bluish or light green. Round, dark-blue berry-like cones, covered with a whitish bloom, ripen in the second year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eSize and Bark\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eMature trees reach a height of 30–40 ft. or more, with a spread of 3–15 ft.. The bark is reddish-brown or gray and sheds over time. Hardy to zone 1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCurrent Stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThese trees are bare root and range from 8 inches to 1.5 ft. tall. Due to their slow-growing nature, they are actually going into their fifth year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eImages courtesy of Nebraska Forest Service and Thayne Tuason.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"8-15\"","offer_id":42535407583298,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/rocky-mountain-juniper-berries.webp?v=1789021037"},{"product_id":"serviceberry-bundle-of-5","title":"Serviceberry (Bundle of 5)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eA climate-adapted, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance tree, Serviceberry produces tasty berries while supporting native insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for Montana Growers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis tree is a go-to for Montana growers, as it requires very little care and will thrive in every part of the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardy and Resilient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHardy to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThese Serviceberries are 2-3 ft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eImage courtesy of Wikimedia User: Meggar.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"2-3 ft.","offer_id":42535403651138,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/serviceberry-fruit-on-bush.webp?v=1789021076"},{"product_id":"siberian-crabapple-bundle-of-2","title":"Siberian Crabapple (Bundle of 2)","description":"\u003ch3 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThis is our second year offering Siberian Crabapple. This tree has a wide range of uses, particularly for regions where very few other trees can survive. It has long been a favorite rootstock for Roger Joy, known for its effectiveness in top working—grafting other apple varieties onto more mature parts of the tree. This technique helps apple varieties establish themselves quickly with the assistance of the Siberian Crab’s hardy stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFruit Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fruit of the Siberian Crabapple is very small, but it can be used to make deep red jelly or blended into hard cider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the small fruit may not be for fresh eating, it has valuable uses in preserves and fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eSpacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven these will be full size\/standard trees, plan to plant 16-22 ft. apart. 16 ft for a more rigorous pruning regiment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eHardiness \u0026amp; Growing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eCold Hardy to below -50F, possibly even as cold as -60F—this makes it incredibly hardy, suitable for the coldest climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eSiberian Crab is one of the parents of Dolgo crab, and is perhaps the main source of Dolgo's hardiness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42472440594498,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/siberian-crabapple-on-tree.webp?v=1789021077"},{"product_id":"trader-mulberry-bundle-of-3-ships-fall-2024-w74k2","title":"Trader Mulberry (Bundle of 2)","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eWe’ve combed through a fair bit of info on Trader Mulberry by Dr. Jim Walla, who released this variety in 2015. Trader is perhaps the most cold-hardy named variety (some debate with Northrop), as the original tree survived -44°F near Oriska, North Dakota.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eA Hardy History\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThe history of Trader is quite fascinating. It was brought over from Germany by the Trader family when they immigrated to the U.S. in 1882. The original tree is still in North Dakota, having borne fruit for over 140 years. According to Walla, he believes this to be either pure \u003cem\u003eMorus alba\u003c\/em\u003e, or largely \u003cem\u003ealba\u003c\/em\u003e with a small amount of \u003cem\u003eM. rubra\u003c\/em\u003e, as its cold hardiness supports this—considering \u003cem\u003erubra\u003c\/em\u003e is much less cold-hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFruit Production \u0026amp; Flavor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eIt will produce an abundance of large, sweet, glossy black fruits throughout the entire summer. The berries are very small the first year and don’t set very heavy fruit in the first few years. The fruit size should increase every year after it first bears, going from 1\/2” to 1 1\/2” several years later. The fruit is excellent for fresh eating, preserves, and juice\/wine. Poultry and livestock love both the fruit and the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eGrowth Habit \u0026amp; Hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eCan be grown as a multi-stemmed shrub, as a single-trunk 35' tall tree, or much shorter if summer pruned. Will begin fruiting at only 3 years, and will produce for a century or more! Walla observes that this tree could potentially be grown in zone 3a, but he does not know of any currently growing that cold. Safe to say this is hardy to Zone 3b, or -35°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eSpring 2027 Stock Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThese trees come in the 2-3 ft size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhoto Credit: Jim Walla\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #cfcfcf;border-left:4px solid #8a1c1c;background:#faf7f6;padding:14px 18px;margin-top:28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping restrictions — state invasive plant law\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eWhite mulberry (\u003cem\u003eMorus alba\u003c\/em\u003e) is a listed invasive plant whose sale, distribution, and import are prohibited in Ohio (OAC 901:5-30-01) and Indiana (312 IAC 18-3-25). As noted above, ‘Trader’ is understood to be pure or predominantly \u003cem\u003eMorus alba\u003c\/em\u003e, so we \u003cstrong\u003ecannot ship this tree to Ohio or Indiana\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso restricted in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wisconsin, where \u003cem\u003eMorus alba\u003c\/em\u003e is a Restricted species under NR 40 with an exemption only for male (non-fruiting) cultivars — which does not cover a fruiting selection like Trader. We do not ship this tree to Wisconsin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.9em;color:#555;\"\u003eOrders placed to a prohibited state will be cancelled and refunded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"2-3 ft.","offer_id":42506951000130,"sku":null,"price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/trader-mulberry-fruit-on-branch.webp?v=1789021268"},{"product_id":"success-serviceberry","title":"Success Serviceberry (Bundle of 2)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccess serviceberry is a named cultivar of saskatoon or Western serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia), grown for its edible berries and multi-season landscape interest. Like other serviceberries, it has fragrant white flowers in spring, dark purplish fruit in summer, and attractive foliage in autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; History\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccess is a named selection of Amelanchier alnifolia, one of the earliest commercially marketed serviceberry cultivars. It has been identified in nursery inventories for many decades as a longstanding fruit cultivar of Western serviceberry, chosen for larger fruit size and quality compared with wild selections. Serviceberry itself is native to western and northern North America, with a natural range from Alaska across much of western Canada into the west and north-central United States. Success does not have formal published parentage and is understood as a named horticultural selection rather than a hybrid with documented parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccess produces dark purplish berries that are eaten fresh and used in jams, pies, syrups, and other culinary applications similar to blueberries or other small fruits. Serviceberry fruit are pomes that ripen in summer and are used wherever saskatoon or juneberry fruit are enjoyed, reflecting the common use of \u003cem\u003eAmelanchier\u003c\/em\u003e fruit by growers and foragers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowth Habit \u0026amp; Spacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccess grows as a multi-stemmed shrub or small tree with a rounded, upright habit. The white flowers appear in spring, followed by fruit in early to mid-summer. Mature size varies by site and training, but it typically forms a shrub of several feet tall and wide under standard conditions for serviceberries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer Success on its own roots. A practical spacing range is about 4–6 feet between plants, allowing room for mature shrub spread and good air movement. For dense plantings or hedgerows, closer spacing around 4 feet can encourage a continuous row, while slightly wider spacing up to 6 feet makes pruning and harvest easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePollination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccess is considered self-fertile and can set fruit on its own, but, as with other serviceberry cultivars, fruit set and yields are typically improved when more than one genetically distinct Amelanchier is nearby, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.montanafruittrees.com\/products\/serviceberry-bundle-of-5?variant=42535403651138\"\u003ewhich we have here.\u003c\/a\u003e You can plant those with Success, which is grown from cuttings and not from seed (unlike our wild serviceberry), and will cross pollenize better with each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCold hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a cultivar of \u003cem\u003eAmelanchier alnifolia\u003c\/em\u003e, Success shares the species’ reputation for strong cold tolerance. Western serviceberries are commonly grown in northern continental climates and are generally considered suitable for Zone 3 and similar cold conditions, with winter survival dependent on site and acclimation. So they should easily be able to survive down to -40F, however, there is a decent chance they could survive in zone 2 if planted in a good spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServiceberries are among the earliest orchard-worthy edible shrubs to bloom in spring, providing important early nectar for pollinators. They also offer ornamental value with white spring flowers and colorful fall foliage. While generally low-maintenance compared with many tree fruits, serviceberries can experience diseases such as rusts or leaf spots in humid conditions; good airflow and pruning hygiene help minimize these issues. When ripe fruit are available, wildlife — birds and mammals — also use serviceberries as a food source.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"1-2 ft.","offer_id":42505020407874,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/success-serviceberry-fruit.jpg?v=1789021109"},{"product_id":"johns-elderberry","title":"John's Elderberry (Bundle of 2)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn’s Elderberry (commonly listed as \u003cstrong\u003eJohns\u003c\/strong\u003e) is a cold-hardy American elderberry (\u003cem\u003eSambucus canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e) selected in eastern Canada and long valued by northern growers for its reliability, productivity, and fruit quality. It has been widely planted in cold regions of the U.S. and Canada and is often used as a benchmark cultivar when evaluating elderberry performance in short-season, cold-winter climates. John's has done consistently well for us in Western Montana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFruit Quality \u0026amp; Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn’s produces large clusters of dark purple to nearly black berries with good juice content. Like most American elderberries, the fruit is not intended for fresh eating but excels when processed. It is widely used for syrups, juice, wine, tinctures, jams, and other medicinal or culinary preparations. John’s is often noted for good flavor concentration and high yields, making it especially useful for processing at scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowth Habit \u0026amp; Spacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn’s Elderberry grows as a vigorous, multi-stemmed shrub, typically reaching \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 feet tall and wide\u003c\/strong\u003e under good conditions. Plants spread gradually from the crown and respond well to coppicing or renewal pruning. A practical spacing is \u003cstrong\u003e6–10 feet apart\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on whether plants are managed as individual shrubs or in a hedgerow system. Regular pruning encourages strong new growth and higher fruit production, as elderberries fruit on new wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCold Hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn’s Elderberry is consistently described as \u003cstrong\u003eextremely cold hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e, with many extension and nursery references placing it solidly in \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zone 3\u003c\/strong\u003e. This matches our experience. 5 year old John's had survived -38\u003cstrong\u003e°F in Corvallis, MT on 1\/13\/24. \u003c\/strong\u003eLiterature cites it is hardy down to -40°F, although it may even be hardier than this because even when top growth is damaged in severe winters, plants typically regrow vigorously from the crown in spring, which is a key reason elderberries perform so reliably in very cold climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePollination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElderberries are partially self-fertile, but \u003cstrong\u003ecross-pollination significantly improves fruit set and yield\u003c\/strong\u003e. Planting John’s alongside another American elderberry cultivar (such as Adams or our Black Elderberry) is strongly recommended for best performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Notable Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn’s is frequently highlighted for its combination of cold hardiness, heavy bearing, and suitability for medicinal use. 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These are Americana Persimmon seedlings (Diospyros virginiana). The different sizes that we are offering are from different seed sources. These 2-4 ft. trees are grown our from seed from a hardy Michigan source. We have been trialing these for several winters and they have withstood -20F without any winter injury. This doesn't really say too much. We had a fairly mild winter in 2025 and an incredibly mild winter in 2026 (this description is written as of 2\/23\/26, in which 2026 winter has not even dropped below zero for us in Western MT).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other seedlings, the 1-2 footers, are trees grown from seed from Northern Missouri. These seedlings are likely not as hardy as the Michigan source, but the flavor is really good. So we'll see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are simply trial trees with no guarantee. Instead, we will follow up in due time to learn more about how these have done for you. You will be participating in our Montana (or other cold climate) persimmon research to get hardy persimmon varieties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImage shown is not the fruit from this tree. We have yet to try this fruit. This has overwintered for us for several years, which is our main goal, but the fruit quality of these trees is unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montana Fruit Trees","offers":[{"title":"2-4 ft.","offer_id":42503404945474,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5687\/2514\/files\/persimmon-fruit-on-tree.jpg?v=1789020828"},{"product_id":"bur-oak-bundle-of-3","title":"Bur Oak (Bundle of 3)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-excerpt\" data-content-field=\"excerpt\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1760990612189_127\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"113\"\u003eOverview \u0026amp; Native Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"313\"\u003eMontana’s only native Oak, Bur oak is at the extreme western edge of its more common Eastern\/Midwestern range in Montana, where there is a localized, though fairly large, occurrence in Carter County.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"347\"\u003ePerformance in Montana\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eDoes very well in Missoula once its taproot gets established. There are mature Oak trees over 70 ft. on University of Montana’s campus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eUses \u0026amp; Hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eNuts can be used as long as the tannins are leached. 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