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    Solanum elaeagnifolium

    Also Known As

    • Horse Nettle
    • Silver-leaf Nightshade

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 36"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 5a-10a

    Solanum elaeagnifolium plant details

    Solanum elaeagnifolium is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In fall, spring and summer lavender flowers emerge followed by green and yellow fruit. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Solanum elaeagnifolium

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: solanaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
    Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 36 IN - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in fall, spring and summer
    Uses: potentially invasive, toxic

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Solanum elaeagnifolium

    USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Gardening facts about Solanum elaeagnifolium plant

    How to Grow Solanum elaeagnifolium

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Fruit

      • yellow
      • green

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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