Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) ASKOLA (S)

German variety of large-fruited and productive sea buckthorn.

Origin: Germany. Breeder H.J. Albrecht, Berlin, 1990.
Plant type: female, fruiting
Vigour: wide-branched shrub, 3 - 5 m. Wood tolerates pruning very well.
Thorns: moderately thorny
Fruits: medium-sized, oval, dark orange, 29 g / 100 fruits, tart, colour-stable, rich in vitamins
Harvest season: medium early, late August
Yield: very productive variety. First larger yields from the 3rd year.
Soil: well drained, deep sandy-loamy soil, slightly acidic-neutral
Frost resistance: plants and flowers are completely frost hardy