Silver Buffaloberry
Silver buffaloberry is a tree-like shrub with silver leaves. It is native to the Great Plains.
It has beautiful, twisted grey branches when mature. If left to grow naturally, it will develop a large, thickety mound. Prune out the dead wood to showcase its beautiful branches and silvery leaves.
The flowers and berries are only produced on female plants. Although this plant has thorns, it is a wonderful large, multi-stemmed shrub that can withstand Colorado Springs' erratic weather. It's a great choice for low-water, low-maintenance landscapes.
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Silver Buffaloberry
Silver buffaloberry is a tree-like shrub with silver leaves. It is native to the Great Plains.
It has beautiful, twisted grey branches when mature. If left to grow naturally, it will develop a large, thickety mound. Prune out the dead wood to showcase its beautiful branches and silvery leaves.
The flowers and berries are only produced on female plants. Although this plant has thorns, it is a wonderful large, multi-stemmed shrub that can withstand Colorado Springs' erratic weather. It's a great choice for low-water, low-maintenance landscapes.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Shepherdia argentea
Pronunciation
shep-HER-dee-uh ar-JEN-tee-uh
Mature Height
10 to 15 ft.
Mature Spread
10 to 12 ft.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
yellow
Bloom time
spring
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
native to midwestern to western United States
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 2-7
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,500 ft.
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