- 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:
- 1231010929-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
Also Known 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
Also Known 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
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known 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
Also Known 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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