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Hippophae rhamnoides Leikora

Leikora Sea Buckthorn

A female cultivar, highly valued for its large, bright orange fruit which is a source of vitamin C, A, and E. Ripens in August.

  • »  Inconspicuous yellowish-white flowers appear before the leaves
  • »  Large oval orange berries are prized for their high vitamin C, E and A content
  • »  Silvery-green narrow leaves on spiny stems
  • »  Upright, rounded, large shrub
  • »  Needs a male pollinator
  • »  One male can pollinate up to six females
  • »  Ripens: August

3gal
$65.25
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  • Category:Fruit
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:6 m
  • Spread:3 cm
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Berries
• Deciduous
• Edible
• Drought Tolerant
• Heat Tolerant
• Salt Tolerant
Habit
• Rounded
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Gray
Landscape uses
• Hedge
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Hippophae rhamnoides 'Leikora'

Species Hippophae rhamnoides are known to be invasive.  It has not yet been established whether the cultivars are as vigorous.

Grow Me Instead suggests Viburnum lentago, Aronia melanocarpa, Myrica pensylvanica (Morella pensylvanica) among others, as potential substitutes. Editor recommends Shepherdia canadensis.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Hippophae rhamnoides 'Leikora'

Tolerant of a range of soils and conditions, including salt, it is, however, best grown in a dry, sandy soil, in full sun.