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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
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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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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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