Elaeagnus pungens 'Maculata'
Golden Elaeagnus
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'
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
Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.