The shrub Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii' (fruitland silverberry) bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during mid-fall. The showy matte foliage is spotted, white and medium red in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii' (fruitland silverberry) bears fragrant and spotted fruit. This plant has showy, spotted and cork-like bark. A specimen plant, Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii' (fruitland silverberry) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Hedge, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics
Birds are attracted to Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii' . Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii' is tolerant of pollution and salt.
Cautions
Thorns can make Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii' (fruitland silverberry) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets. The growth rate of Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii' (fruitland silverberry) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii' (fruitland silverberry) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
