Product Description: Grewia asiatica Seeds — Phalsa: Summer’s Sherbet Jewel
Plant a sip of summer sunshine with Grewia asiatica, the beloved phalsa or Indian Sherbet Berry. This delightful shrub yields clusters of tangy-sweet berries and nods with golden blooms—captivating gardens, palms, and hearts with its elegance and flavor.
Blossoms, Berries & Botanical Flair
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Bloom Color: Clusters of bright yellow to orange flowers emerge in spring and summer, each flower a glowing star to pollinators.
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Fruit Stage: By summer, blooms give way to tiny round drupes that transform from light green to deep purple-black—ripe jewels with a sherbet-like burst.
Hardiness & Growth
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USDA Hardiness Zones: Thrives best in Zones 9a–11, where frost is mild or rare—though light frost may drop some leaves without killing the plant.
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Growth Form: A fast-growing shrub or small deciduous tree that can reach 6 to 15 feet tall and wide, adaptable to full or partial sun and a variety of soils.
Wildlife & Garden Buzz
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Pollinator Magnet: The vibrant flowers attract buzzing bees and pollinators, turning spring into a sweet garden hum.
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Wild Fruit Fans: Birds and small wildlife are drawn to the fruit as it ripens—another layer of garden life supported by this plant.
Cultural Legacy & Refreshing Heritage
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Summer Sherbet in a Berry: Across India and Pakistan, phalsa is revered as a thirst-busting sherbet fruit. Its cooling, tangy-sweet flavor is a traditional antidote to scorching heat.
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Nutritional Jewel: Phalsa is a rich source of antioxidants, vitamin C, minerals like calcium and potassium, and dietary fiber—making it both delicious and wholesome.
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Multicultural Roots: Rooted in South Asian horticulture, its name honors pioneer plant physiologist Nehemiah Grew and its Asian origin.
Garden Treasures That Bloom, Sip & Nourish
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Summer Flavor: Grow your own “summer in a berry”—phalsa, sweetly tart and perfect for sherbet, jams, juices, or snacking.
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Pollinator Haven: Buzzing bees and fluttering admirers feast on its golden blooms—your garden becomes a living pulse.
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Adaptive Beauty: Thrives in sun or partial shade, tough soils or containers, forgiving of drought and spice gardens.
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Cultural Delight: Born in South Asian shade and harvested in modern markets, phalsa bridges tradition and tropical flavor.
Plant Grewia asiatica seeds and cultivate more than a shrub—grow summer’s sherbet, pollinator haven, and cultural flourish all in one vibrant package.