Sprite Sea Buckthorn Foliage
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Sprite Sea Buckthorn

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  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 4 - 6 Feet
  • Mature Spread 4 - 6 Feet
  • Growing Zones 3 - 7

Hippophae rhamnoides 'Sprite' has dazzling silvery foliage that can brighten small spaces. More commonly known as Sprite Sea Buckthorn, this little shrub has slender, lavender-like, silver leaves. Tiny yellow flowers appear in late spring. This is an outstanding foliage plant that lends a fine texture to the landscape. It is low maintenance and highly adaptable to difficult sites.

This is a dwarf male form of sea buckthorn that doesn’t produce fruit. It has a compact form that reaches 4 – 6 feet high and wide. It is highly tolerant to temperature extremes, salt, poor soil and drought. It is also resistant to deer and disease. Use it to brighten a foundation planting or to create a unique informal hedge. It also works well as a low-maintenance ‘filler’ in outdoor container combinations. 

Sprite Sea Buckthorn Care

This shrub thrives in full sun but can also handle partial shade. It adapts to a variety of soil types and pH levels (from pH 5 – 8). Water ‘Sprite’ regularly during the growing season, particularly during hot, dry weather, to establish a strong root system. Apply a layer of organic compost on top of the root zone and fertilize in the spring with a slow-release formula. 

‘Sprite’ will not require extensive pruning; however, you can shape it in summer after flowering.

Sprite Sea Buckthorn Spacing

To plant a tight hedge of ‘Sprite’, space these shrubs approximately 4 feet apart, center on center. Select containers at least 2 feet in diameter with drainage holes to grow this shrub. Size up the pot every year or transplant ‘Sprite’ into the ground.

Sprite Sea Buckthorn Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 7
Plant Type: Bushes
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 4 - 6 Feet
Mature Spread: 4 - 6 Feet
Spacing: 4 - 6 Feet
Habit: Mounded
Flower Color(s): Yellow
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color(s): Silver
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer
Tolerates: Drought, Salt
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance
Brand:
Common Name: Sprite Sea Buckthorn
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES `SPRITE`
SKU:
1010929-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

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Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

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