Name: Seaberry (Sea Buckthorn) – Titan | Large-Berry Russian Variety
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Description

Titan is a robust and productive Russian seaberry (sea buckthorn, sea berry) known for its large fruit, strong vigor, and excellent adaptability to cold climates. This variety produces impressive clusters of deep orange berries with bold, rich flavor — ideal for juice, syrup, wellness blends, and nutrient-dense preserves. Titan’s berries are typically larger than many standard varieties, giving it high value for both home growers and small-scale processors.

The shrub itself is vigorous and upright, capable of forming a highly ornamental hedge or shelterbelt with its silver-green foliage and abundant fruit. Titan is extremely hardy, thrives in poor soils, and is well-suited to northern climates and coastal regions. Its strong growth and heavy bearing make it one of the most dependable Russian selections available.

Overview

Russian female seaberry known for large, flavorful fruit.
Heavy producer with dense clusters of deep orange berries.
Strong, upright growth suitable for hedges and screens.
Extremely cold hardy and tolerant of poor soils.
Requires a male seaberry for pollination and fruit set.

Growing Details

Latin Name: Hippophae rhamnoides ‘Titan’
Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; prefers well-drained soil but thrives in sandy, rocky, or low-fertility sites
Hardiness (Temp): Typically to -40°F
Bearing Age: 2–3 years
Rootstock: Own roots (grown from cuttings)
Size at Maturity: Generally 8–10 ft tall, upright growth
Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring
Ripening Time: Late August to mid-September
Yield: Very high yielding once established
Pests and Diseases: Low-maintenance and naturally disease-resistant
USDA Zone: 3–8

Additional Notes

Origin: Russian breeding known for exceptional cold resilience and large berry size.
Fruit quality: Larger-than-average berries with bold citrus-tart flavor.
Uses: Juice, preserves, wellness blends, ferments, and syrups.
Harvest suggestion: Heavy crops often benefit from the freeze–shake harvest method.
Pollination: Plant with a compatible male seaberry for fruit set.
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Planting & Care

At a Glance – Titan Seaberry

Sun: Full sun (minimum 1/2 day)
Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; thrives in poor, sandy, or rocky ground
Water: Low once established
Growth: Vigorous upright shrub, ~8–10 ft
Hardiness: USDA Zone 3–8
Pollination: Female — requires male seaberry
Harvest: Late August to mid-September
Best Use: Juice, syrups, wellness blends, ferments

Variety Notes – Titan

Russian origin known for producing especially large berries with excellent nutrient density.
Titan is highly vigorous and upright, making it ideal for hedgerows, screens, and larger orchard plantings.
Very productive — an excellent choice for high-yield home or small farm use.
Flavor is bold and citrusy, making Titan a top choice for juices, syrups, and wellness shots.
Thorns are present but typical; gloves recommended during harvest.

Planting & Care – Seaberry (Sea Buckthorn)

Site Selection

Full sun is ideal for best flowering and fruiting.
Plant in well-drained soil; seaberries excel in sandy, rocky, or low-fertility sites but dislike standing water.
Seaberries are wind-tolerant and excellent for exposed locations.

Soil Preparation

Loosen soil 18–24″ wide and 12–18″ deep.
Add modest compost if needed, but avoid heavy, water-retentive amendments.
Seaberries are nitrogen-fixing and need no heavy fertilization.

Planting Instructions

Dig a hole 2–3× wider than the root ball.
Plant at the same depth it grew in the pot.
Backfill and firm soil gently.
Water deeply after planting.
Mulch 2–3″ thick, keeping mulch away from the stem.

Watering & Fertility

Water regularly during the first season to help establishment.
Once mature, seaberries are very drought tolerant.
Avoid nitrogen-heavy fertilizers.

Pollination Basics

Titan is a female seaberry and requires a male pollinator.
Use one male seaberry for every 6–8 females.
Plant within 50–75 ft for good wind pollination.

Pruning & Training

Establish 4–6 main stems in early years.
Prune in late winter to remove old or damaged wood.
Thin older stems periodically to encourage new productive shoots.

Harvesting & Use

Ripens late August to mid-September.
Berries are bold, citrusy, and deeply aromatic.
Hand-pick small harvests; freeze–shake method works well for heavy crops.
Excellent for wellness blends, syrups, juices, teas, ferments.

General Tips

Consider a raised mound when planting in heavy clay.
Mulch helps with moisture retention and weed suppression.
Very cold hardy — requires no winter protection when established.

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