- 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 |
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Common Name: Sprite Sea Buckthorn |
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Scientific Name: HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES `SPRITE` |
- SKU:
- 1010929-pc
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