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Elaeagnus pungens

Silverberry, Thorny Elaeagnus

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

Evergreen shrub to about 15' overall. Gray green leaves with brown dots. Armed with spines. Good for hedge or dense barriers. Not bright green but rather drab looking. There are several selections that have variegated foliage. Varieties include Fruitlandii, Maculata, Marginata and Variegata.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Grey Green, Silver

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

The best time of day to water is in the early morning when there is no wind or hot drying sun.