Cloudberry Seeds Rubus Chamaemorus Rare Arctic Berry Sweet-Tart Golden Fruit Plant

Cloudberry (Rubus chamaemorus) is a rare northern berry plant prized for its amber-gold, soft, and sweet-tart fruits. Native to Arctic and subarctic regions, this hardy perennial produces delicate white flowers in spring, followed by unique golden berries in summer. Highly valued for their vitamin-rich flavor, cloudberries are perfect for jams, desserts, and preserves. They thrive in cool, moist, acidic soils, making them a beautiful and productive choice for temperate gardens or containers.

🌱 Germination & Growing Information:

• Soil: Moist, acidic, well-drained soil (pH 4.5–5.5), similar to peat bogs

• Temperature: Prefers cool climates (10–20°C / 50–68°F)

• Pre-treatment: Cold stratify seeds for 2–3 months before sowing

• Planting Depth: Sow seeds 3–5 mm (⅛–¼ inch) deep

• Germination Time: 3–6 months after stratification; patience required

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, avoid drying out

• Light: Full sun to partial shade

• Fertilizer: Use acid-loving plant fertilizer (like for blueberries) once per month

• Spacing: 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) between plants

• Maturity: Fruits appear in 2–3 years

• Height: Grows 10–25 cm (4–10 inches) tall

• Special Care: Needs male and female plants for fruit production; prefers cool, humid conditions