Holodiscus discolor - 30-40 CM C3

Description
The Ocean spray (Holodiscus discolor) is an upright, overhanging shrub with decorative fruits that stay on for a very long time. It produces creamy white flowers arranged in panicles from June to August. The Ocean spray also has egg-shaped, medium-green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, lime-free, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 4 metres and grows to a width of around 3 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Holodiscus discolor.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * Attractive yellow autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Ocean spray are medium green, ovate, alternate, lobed. They are about 2 - 7 cm in size. Ocean spray turns bright yellow in autumn.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Ocean spray has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Ocean spray is an upright and overhanging shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 4 m and is approx. 2 - 3 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The creamy white flowers of the Ocean spray appear in panicles from June to August.

Fruit
The fruits of Holodiscus discolor are particularly decorative. Adhere for a very long time.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub