{"product_id":"sunberry","title":"Sunberry Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe sunberry is a truly unique garden plant, prized for its abundant production of small, glossy black berries clustered in decorative bunches. With a sweet and tart flavor that intensifies with maturity, the fruits can be eaten raw, cooked, or made into jams and desserts. The plants are compact and upright, making them suitable for small gardens, containers, or borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere can sunberry be grown?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunberry grows well in zones 4 to 9 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Easy to grow, this annual adapts to most garden conditions and is suitable for gardeners looking for an original and productive crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHistory and traditional uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes called “wonderberry,” sunberry was introduced in the early 1900s and has maintained a niche popularity among lovers of rare or forgotten fruits. Close to other plants in the nightshade family, its sweet and tart taste makes it particularly popular for pies, jams, and sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation by zone in Canada\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZones 8–9: Direct sow after the last frost or indoor sow for a head start.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5–7: Sow indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost, then transplant when the soil has warmed up.\u003cbr\u003eZone 4: Indoor sowing recommended and cultivation in a protected and sunny area for best yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1702\" data-start=\"1417\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to grow and harvest sunberry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 6 mm (¼ in) deep in well-drained soil; space plants 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 in) apart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during fruit formation; avoid overwatering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick berries when they are completely black and slightly soft; immature fruits are not sweet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch to retain moisture and control weeds; protect plants from heavy rains during fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed saving tips for future supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose perfectly ripe berries for seed extraction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crush fruits and rinse to separate seeds from pulp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread seeds to air dry completely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Seeds remain viable for 4 to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644644090224,"sku":"MF-BERRY-00","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Sunberry_885d88a6-6f83-4c29-b7a4-ab98d91f52d5.jpg?v=1776549341","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-southamerica\/products\/sunberry","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}