Botanical profile

Hippophae rhamnoides 'Leikora'

Latin name
Hippophae rhamnoides 'Leikora'
Common name
Sea buckthorn 'Leikora'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Elaeagnaceae

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.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type
Poor to medium, sandy or gravelly, very well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
YELLOW
Fruiting
Large, bright orange berries, very rich in vitamin C, tangy flavor, ideal for processing
Foliage color
Silver green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Fruit shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4 to 6 m (13 to 20 feet)
Width
3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Northern berry
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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