Elaeagnus pungens 'Variegata'
Yellow-Edge Elaeagnus
Description
This evergreen shrub will grow to 8' tall and has fragrant flowers that bloom in fall with deep green foliage that has creamy margins. It does best in full sun and well-drained soil.
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.