Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Elaeagnaceae

Genus:

Elaeagnus

Species:

Elaeagnus pungens

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

white

Food Forest:

Plant contains edible parts

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to coastal areas, tolerates poor soils