Scientific Name
Elaeagnus angustifolia

Common Name
Russian olive

 
Hardiness Zones: 2 to 7
Habit: --
Growth Rate: Moderate to rapid
Site Requirements: Sun; prefers light, sandy, loamy soil but will grow in a range of soil types
Height: 12 to 15 feet
Width: 12 to 15 feet
Texture: Medium to fine
Form: Oval to rounded; open and light
Flower/Fruit: Small silvery to white flowers with yellow outside in early summer; fragrant; 0.5" drupe-like fleshy edible fruit in fall
Foliage: Alternate, simple, silvery green to gray-green leaves; 1 to 3" long
Comments: Drought and salt spray tolerant; can be severely pruned to maintain appearance
Cultivars: --
   


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