Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii'
Elaeagnus (pronounced ñel-ee-ag'-nusî) is a dense, slightly spiny, broadleaf evergreen whose young branches are covered in brown scales.
It has 4" leaves with curled edges, wavy margins, and silver undersides. In the Autumn, this shrub bears pendent, fragrant, silvery white flowers. Matures at 12' high by 15' wide.
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Flowering Shrub |
| Foliage Type |
Broadleaf Evergreen |
| Height |
10' - 15' |
| Spread |
10' - 15' |
| Shape |
Upright & Rounded |
| Primary Foliage Color |
Greeny-blue |
| Seasonal Foliage Color |
Green-blue |
| Flowering Season |
Autumn |
| Flower Color |
White |
| Berries |
Red |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate |
| Sun Preferences |
Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences |
Average: Ensure planting area provides adequate drainage.
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| Cold Hardiness Zone |
6 to 9 |
