Sea buckthorn is considered a typical inhabitant of northern European coastal areas. As its name suggests, it thrives splendidly on sand dunes. But this shrub is also content with other locations. It is considered extremely willing to adapt and tolerant of locations
Which location is optimal for sea buckthorn?
The ideal location for sea buckthorn is a full sun, protected place with permeable, deep, humus-rich and slightly moist soil. However, sea buckthorn also tolerates partial shade, extreme cold and drought, and calcareous soil.
The best location
If the sea buckthorn had one wish, it would choose a location in full sun in a protected location. He likes it warm and flooded with light. It can also thrive in partial shade, although it feels less comfortable there. It should not be planted in deep shade.
The question of soil quality
Sea buckthorn grows in almost all soils. The main thing is that the soil is permeable, because waterlogging does not give this plant much pleasure. The ideal soil has the following characteristics:
- profound
- humus-rich
- easy
- neutral to alkaline pH value
- dry to slightly moist
In the land of extremes – sea buckthorn proves to be resilient
Sea buckthorn is a true fighter. It can handle extremes like no other plant. In the land of extremes, he doesn't let the following challenges spoil his mood, either permanently or temporarily:
- Floods
- drought
- Altitudes
- Wind and squalls
- Heat
- extreme cold (-28 °C)
- Lime
Good locations for sea buckthorn
Sea buckthorn is ideal for fence areas in the garden, for example to provide natural privacy and wind protection after a few years. If planted in groups, a minimum distance of 1 m should be maintained between plants. Other good locations are in home gardens, parks and coastal regions (e.g. for fortifying dunes).
Tips & Tricks
Sea buckthorn should preferably be planted in a full sun spot. This is where most flowers form, which leads to a significantly larger number of fruits in female specimens
