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Elaeagnus pungens 'Variegata'

Yellow-Edge Elaeagnus

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Description

This evergreen shrub will grow to 8' tall and has fragrant flowers that bloom in fall with deep green foliage that has creamy margins. It does best in full sun and well-drained soil.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Fall

Leaf Color

Dark Green, White, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Japanese, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Espalier, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Remember to check your irrigation systems once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.

If your controller is not a smart controller, it should be reprogrammed as the weather changes.