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Emu Berry

Grewia retusifolia

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

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Description

Emu Berry is an Australian native “bush tucker” deciduous shrub, growing to 3 metres (usually around 1.5 metres). The roots and stem are ground, then used medicinally. The leaves are used for tea. The thin layer of fruit around a hard seed is said to taste like “apple struedel”. Hardy, drought tolerant plant. Can be grown in part-shade.

Additional information

Best By

Dec-10

germination rate - current stock

not tested

Packet Quantity

November, October, September

Lifecycle

annual

Method

September; October; November

Depth to Sow

10-15mm

Germination

10-30 days

Distance Apart

only one needed

Harvest

365 days +

Season

TBC