Elaeagnus X ebbingei |
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Ebbing's Upright Silverberry |
Description
Upright evergreen shrub to 8x8' high and wide. Thornless. Leaves are 2-4" long; silvery when young, later dark green on top. Tiny, fragrant silvery flowers in early summer. Red fruit makes good jelly or food for birds. Easy care background shrub; drought resistant. Tiny, fragrant silvery flowers.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Grey Green, Silver
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Espalier, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Foundation
Special Uses
Screen, Wind Break
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.