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Elaeagnus pungens 'Maculata'

Golden Elaeagnus

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Description

This densely growing evergreen shrub quickly reaches 10-15' tall and wide. It has a mounding habit in full sun but will grow irregularly in deep shade. Prune to ideal size and shape. Leaves are simple, ruffled on edges, with large yellow centers and green margins. Underside of leaf has translucent spots giving a silver look. Armed with dull spines. Silvery white, small, fragrant flowers appear in late fall and early winter. This variety usually has no fruit. This shrub tolerates full sun to full shade. It prefers well draining soil and is drought and poor soil tolerant once it's established. It can grow in coastal areas. A great shrub for erosion control, hillsides, barriers.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Width Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Gold, Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

Espalier, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.