Hippophae rhamnoides 'Leikora'

Europe to Asia.

Sea buckthorn 'Leikora' is a spreading and loosely growing large shrub that can reach a height of 3 - 5 metres and a width of 2 - 3 metres. It usually grows 20 - 40 cm per year.

The shoots of Hippophae rhamnoides 'Leikora' are spiny.

The deciduous leaves of the Sea buckthorn 'Leikora's are grey-green, lanceolate, alternate. They are about 2 - 5 cm in size. Long adherent.

The orange-red berries have a tart, aromatic flavour. The flesh of these oval berries is juicy. Ripening time from August.

Hippophae rhamnoides 'Leikora' is a shallow-rooted or deep-rooted plant and, depending on the soil, forms runner-forming roots.

Preferred location in a sunny position.

The Sea buckthorn 'Leikora' has good frost hardiness.

Hippophae rhamnoides 'Leikora' prefers nutrient-rich, sufficiently moist soil.

Ornamental shrub, bird food plant, jam, liqueur, dessert

Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Cut back frozen shoots to the healthy wood as soon as there is no longer any danger of frost.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

- Fertilise: In the period from March to April
- Watering: In the period from May to September
- Pruning: In the period from February to March.