Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii'
Fruitland Silverberry
Description
This reliable, evergreen shrub quickly reaches 6'-10' tall and wide. It can be pruned to your liking in winter. Large oval leaves first appear silvery color and then change to olive green with silver dots. Small, fragrant, creamy white flowers appear in fall, followed by brownish red fruit. This shrub tolerates full to part sun with medium to low watering. It is drought tolerant once it's established. It does well in coastal conditions as well as warmer inland areas. Tolerates heat and wind. It can be used as a barrier, for erosion control or hillsides.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Brown, Grey Green, Silver, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Spanish
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border
Special Uses
Hedge
Attracts Wildlife
Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.