Hippophae rhamnoides ‘Garden’s Gift’ is a compact and highly productive sea buckthorn variety grown for its striking silver-green foliage and masses of vibrant orange berries. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, the berries are widely used for juices, jams, syrups, and health products.
This hardy deciduous shrub brings year-round interest to the garden, with narrow silvery leaves, small spring flowers, and heavy crops of bright berries that persist well into autumn. ‘Garden’s Gift’ is ideal for edible gardens, wildlife planting, coastal locations, and mixed hedging.
Key Features
- Produces abundant bright orange edible berries
- Compact, productive variety ideal for gardens
- Attractive silvery foliage
- Excellent source of vitamins and antioxidants
- Hardy and suitable for exposed or coastal sites
- Great for wildlife-friendly and edible landscapes
Growing Information
Hippophae rhamnoides ‘Garden’s Gift’ grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is extremely hardy and drought tolerant once established. For reliable fruit production, a male pollinator sea buckthorn plant is usually required nearby.
Mature Size
- Height: 2–3m
- Spread: 2–3m
Position
- Full sun
- Hardy and wind tolerant
- Suitable for poor and sandy soils
