Tree Detail

Shepherdia argentea

 

Buffaloberry or Silverberry

Shepherdia argentea   

Category: deciduous shrub   Size:

Mature Size: 8 - 15' by 6 - 12'

Zone: To 2   Growth Rate:

Foliage:

Elevation (if known): To 8,500'

Water: Once established, drought tolerant. Water deeply, infrequently.

Soil :

Sun: Sun

Comments: Some suggest using in place of banned Russian Olive.

Warnings: Thorns on ends of branches.

Alamosa Tree Board Recommended? no

Street Tree? no   Street Tree Conditions:

CO/NM native? no   Native to:

Known Locations: Marilyn Loser has one in garden. Doing fine.

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