oleaster 'Quicksilver'

How to Grow and Care for oleaster 'Quicksilver'

oleaster 'Quicksilver' · Elaeagnus 'Quicksilver'

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun, tolerant of dry soil and coastal winds but may become chlorotic on shallow chalky soils

Watering: Moderate regular watering, deeper soak during prolonged hot dry weatherSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing oleaster 'Quicksilver'

oleaster 'Quicksilver'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, deeper soak during prolonged hot dry weather
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingGeneral shrub slow-release feed single application each early springtime
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun, tolerant of dry soil and coastal winds but may become chlorotic on shallow chalky soils

How to Water oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

Moderate regular watering, deeper soak during prolonged hot dry weather

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

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What Soil Is Best for oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

General shrub slow-release feed single application each early springtime

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How to Prune oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

Little pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. Timing depends on the plant: generally late winter or early spring; plants prone to bleeding and deciduous magnolias need different timing, and deciduous azaleas and lilacs are pruned after flowering.

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How to Propagate oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings or remove rooted suckers in autumn

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How to Transplant oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

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How to Care for oleaster 'Quicksilver' in Winter?

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How to Plant oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun, tolerant of dry soil and coastal winds but may become chlorotic on shallow chalky soils

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How to Repot oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

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How to Harvest oleaster 'Quicksilver'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus, coral spot or leaf spot (fungal) see leaf damage on woody plants

Pests

Generally pest-free but may be susceptible to elaeagnus sucker

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The Toxicity of oleaster 'Quicksilver'

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Attributes of oleaster 'Quicksilver'

Plant typeShrubs
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Elaeagnus 'Quicksilver'
Genus
Elaeagnus
Family
Elaeagnaceae
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