Elaeagnus 'Quicksilver'

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OleasterShrub, DeciduousFamily: Elaeagnaceae

Flower colour:

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Green

Silver

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Back, middle

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Elaeagnus, also known by the common names thorny olive, spiny oleaster and silverthorn, are attractive shrubs that are native to Asia. They make good structural plants, particularly the evergreen varieties, and they work well as hedging. But one of their biggest selling points is that they’re salt tolerant, making them a reliable choice for coastal gardens.

Elaeagnus 'Quicksilver' is a large, deciduous shrub with silvery, willow-like leaves. Clusters of inconspicuous, yet highly fragrant yellow flowers appear in summer. Tolerant of dry soils and salt, it’s perfect for growing in exposed, coastal gardens.

Grow Elaeagnus 'Quicksilver' in full sun and give it plenty of space to grow. Try it near a bench or path where you can enjoy its heady fragrance. Cut back after flowering and mulch annually with home-made compost.

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Elaeagnus ‘Quicksilver’ and wildlife

Elaeagnus ‘Quicksilver’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Elaeagnus ‘Quicksilver’ poisonous?

Elaeagnus ‘Quicksilver’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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