Botanical profile

Hippophae rhamnoides 'Pollmix'

Latin name
Hippophae rhamnoides 'Pollmix'
Common name
Male sea buckthorn 'Pollmix'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Elaeagnaceae

Hippophae rhamnoides ‘Pollmix’ is a male sea buckthorn specifically selected to ensure effective and prolonged pollination of female sea buckthorn cultivars. This cultivar is characterized by spring flowering rich in pollen from a genetic mix, which improves compatibility and fertilization of several female varieties. Its vigorous and thorny bushy habit makes it an excellent choice for structured fruit hedges and productive plantings. The deciduous silvery-gray-green foliage offers discreet interest while demonstrating exceptional tolerance to poor soils and harsh conditions. Extremely hardy, ‘Pollmix’ is perfectly adapted to Quebec's climate and is an indispensable element for maximizing fruit production in any sea buckthorn cultivation project.

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
Not applicable, male pollinator cultivar
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
Small northern fruit (male pollinator)
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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