Overview
Hippophae rhamnoides (m) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hippophae, part of the Elaeagnaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hippophae rhamnoides (m) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, edible fruit and hedging and screens. It is native to Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region and Flanders.
About
Hippophae rhamnoides is a deciduous shrub grown for its edible fruit and value to wildlife. It typically produces a multi-stemmed, rounded framework of branches. Flowering occurs in May to June. It is commonly planted for hedging, screens and wildlife gardens.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hippophae
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hippophae rhamnoides (m) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Edible fruit, Hedging and screens
- Native to
- Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hippophae rhamnoides (m)
- Propagation
- Please see cultivation notes
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hippophae rhamnoides (m)?
Hippophae rhamnoides (m) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hippophae rhamnoides (m) need?
Hippophae rhamnoides (m) grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Hippophae rhamnoides (m) hardy in the UK?
Hippophae rhamnoides (m) has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Hippophae rhamnoides (m)?
Please see cultivation notes.
More in the Hippophae genus
- Hippophae rhamnoides 'Novost Altaja'
- Hippophae rhamnoides subsp. carpatica
- Hippophae rhamnoides var. procera