Elaeagnus angustifolia

Russian Olive

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Can grow naturally or clip to form a hedge.

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Thorny, short-lived tree that can be invasive and best planted with care.

  • Silver-green foliage
  • Fragrant flowers
  • Fruit attractive to birds
  • Tolerant of salt

Best used as a wind break, but has limited use in the landscape.

Height: 12-20 ft
Spread: 12-20 ft
Zone: 3-7
Color: White, Yellow

Interesting Notes about Russian Olive:

This is a fast-growing tree that can spread by both root suckering and by seed dispersal.  It tolerates poor soils, high winds, heat and salt spray, but does not tolerate humidity.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Drought Tolerant
  • Mass Planting
  • Fast Growing
  • Naturalizing
  • Heat Tolerant

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Gray
  • Silver

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water