ELAEAGNUS pungens 'Maculata'
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ELAEAGNUS pungens 'Maculata'
Best known variegated form, leaves deep yellow in centre good for cutting
individually £16.00 each , 3+ £14.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Prune out any green leaves (reversion). Ideal for coastal planting. -
Pests & Diseases
Coral spot. -
Place of origin
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EvergreenLeaves to 10cm (4in), often wavy-margined.
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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Fully hardy
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Gold variegated
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Oblong
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
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Tall ShrubDense, slightly spiny shrub with young branches covered in brown scales. Small, silvery flowers, in autumn, are almost hidden in the foliage. Brown berries ripen to red in spring.
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Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilCan become chlorotic on shallow chalky soil.
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
5m (16ft)
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Elaeagnus - Growing Guide
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