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Elaeagnus pungens - Thorny Elaeagnus
Family Elaeagnaceae
Botanical Name Elaeagnus pungens
Common Name Thorny Elaeagnus
Size 10 - 15" tall by similar spread.
Hardiness Zone 6 - 9(10)
Culture Adapts to almost any soil condition; shade to sun.
Ornamental Value Fragrant, white flower in fall; evergreen foliage.
Landscape Use For poor soils; use as a hedge or bank cover.
Key Identifying Characteristics Leaves are alternate, green on top, silvery on the underside; plant parts covered with brown scales.
Notable Cultivars 'Variegata'
Campus Location Ag: Shade garden
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