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Sea Buckthorn
Scientific Name: Hippophae rhamnoides [female]
Also Known As
- Hippophae rhamnoides 'female'
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 8'-20'
- W: 8'-18'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Sea Buckthorn plant details
Sea Buckthorn is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sea Buckthorn
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: elaeagnaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 8 FT - 18 FT - wide, 8 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: edible, fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sea Buckthorn
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A "splendid ornamental shrub for fall display" (Wyman) this female (we finally have some!) SeaBuckthorn produces bright orange long-lasting berries in fall against gray willow-like leaves; tough and tolerant, to 15-20'. S/M-D
By: Forestfarm
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Gardening facts about Sea Buckthorn plant
How to Grow Sea Buckthorn
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- birds
- deer resistant
Fruit
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Scientific Name: Hippophae rhamnoides 'Sprite'
aka Sprite Dwarf Sea Buckthorn
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
3a-7b
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun
- regular - occasional
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