Elaeagnus pungens 'Variegata'

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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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

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:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.