Silver Buckhorn (Sideroxylon tenax) is a robust and striking long-lived evergreen tree that grows 12–30 feet tall with a width of up to 20 feet, making it a standout feature in any landscape. Its elegant white flowers and black fruit offer visual interest, while the silky undersides of its foliage provide a unique textural appeal, especially when planted where they can be admired.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade and medium-moisture sandy soil, this tree is not only a beauty but also a vital food source for birds and other wildlife, thanks to its fruit. Expect it to mature into a small, resilient tree—but handle with care, as it comes equipped with thorns!
- Long-lived perennial tree
- Evergreen
- Size: 12-30 ft. tall by 20 ft. wide
- Flower Color: White
- Fruit Color: Black
- Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Moisture: Medium
- Soil type: Sand
- Birds and other animals eat the fruit
- Plant where silky undersides of the foliage will be seen
- Can be robust, expect it to grow into a small tree
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