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Elaeagnus pungens 'Maculata' - Maculata Thorny Silverberry

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Elaeagnus pungens 'Maculata' is the bold and versatile Maculata Thorny Silverberry, an evergreen shrub that promises to elevate any landscape with its distinctive beauty. Its striking variegated foliage, characterized by a unique gold core and muted green borders, shines throughout the year, infusing your garden with an ongoing display of vibrant contrast. Every late autumn, the plant graces its surroundings with understated, sweetly-scented, silver-white flowers—an enchanting detail sure to leave an impression. Standing at a mature height and spread of 12-15 feet, this robust shrub is more than just a pretty face. It's an extraordinarily resilient survivor, capable of thriving in diverse soil conditions, enduring coastal exposures, and adapting to various light levels with ease. What’s more, it offers an effective solution to soil erosion, making it a practical as well as an aesthetic addition to your garden. With all these qualities boxed into one low-maintenance package, the Maculata Thorny Silverberry is a valuable choice for gardeners seeking multi-season interest and robust functionality.

  • Size: 12-15 feet in both height and spread
  • Flowers: Tiny, fragrant, silver-white flowers in late autumn
  • Foliage: Vibrant variegated leaves, with a gold center and green margins
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Adaptable to various light levels
  • Tolerance: Highly resilient, can endure poor soil conditions and withstand coastal exposures.
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