Elaeagnus angustifolia/Russian Olive
A typical Russian olive with silver-colored foliage
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A typical Russian olive with silver-colored foliage
Plants will eventually grow into small trees
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Scientific Name:
Elaeagnus angustifolia
Common Name:
Russian Olive
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6, 7, 10
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Height:
15-20 feet
Spread:
15 - 20 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
White
Fruit present:
Summer
Fruit color:
Yellow
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Medium
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Landscape Categories:
Plants for Hedges, Screening and Privacy
Plants for Xeriscapes
Comments:
In addition to its cold hardiness it produces fragrant flowers, has drought tolerance and will grow in a wide variety of soils.
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