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Elaeagnus commutata Silverberry Deciduous shrub (1 Page of 5) The Elaeagnus commutata plant species is found in N. America - Quebec to Alaska and south to Utah, S. Dakota and Minnesota.. It is a member of the Elaeagnaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Silverberry. Some home gardeners know the variety as E. argentea. non Moench. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Elaeagnus commutata Common Name: Silverberry Family: Elaeagnaceae Author: Bernh. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 3 Mature Width: 1.5 Habitat: Dry calcareous slopes[43, 184].
Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame[78]. It should germinate in late winter or early spring, though it may take 18 months[K]. Stored seed can be very slow to germinate, often taking more than 18 months. A warm stratification for 4 weeks followed by 12 weeks cold stratification can help[98]. The seed usually (eventually) germinates quite well[78]. Prick out the seedlings into individual pot as soon as they are large enough to handle and plant out when they are at least 15cm tall.
Cuttings of half-ripe wood, 7 - 10cm with a heel, July/August in a frame.
Cuttings of mature wood of the current year's growth, 10 - 12cm with a heel, October/November in a frame[200]. The cuttings are rather slow and difficult to root, leave them for 12 months[113].
Layering in September/October. Takes 12 months[78].
Division of suckers during the dormant season[3, 11]. The larger suckers can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, but it is probably best to pot up smaller suckers and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.
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