Hardiness
Zone 2
Discover the plant
Sea buckthorn 'Leikora'
FamilyElaeagnaceae
Hippophae rhamnoides ‘Leikora’ is a highly esteemed sea buckthorn cultivar known for its high productivity and consistent fruit quality. This vigorous fruit shrub features a dense, spiny, bushy habit, perfectly suited for fruit hedges, agroecological projects, and natural landscaping. Its deciduous, silvery-gray-green foliage offers subtle ornamental interest while ensuring excellent tolerance to poor, dry, or sandy soils. The ‘Leikora’ variety is distinguished by its large, bright orange berries, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, particularly valued for processing into juices, purees, and functional products. As with all sea buckthorns, the presence of a male plant is essential for fruiting. Extremely hardy, ‘Leikora’ is perfectly adapted to Quebec’s climatic conditions and represents a prime choice for combining yield, resilience, and ecological value.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorYELLOW
Foliage colorSilver green
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingLarge, bright orange berries, very rich in vitamin C, tangy flavor, ideal for processing
Maximum height4 to 6 m (13 to 20 feet)
Maximum width3 m (10 feet)
Growth ratefast
Hardiness zoneZone 2
Minimum temperature'-40°C
