Oleaster
Elaeagnus spp.
Elaeagnus multiflora Frucht by VoDeTan2 (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Light watering
Frost Hardy
8a
USDA zone
-12°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
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6.5m | Max | 65cm |
3m | Min | 40cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Oleaster Overview
Elaeagnus consists of under 100 deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs and they are typically grown for their foliage, small, scented flowers and ornamental fruits. They may have variegated foliage and are commonly used as hedging plants and numerous cultivars and hybrids have been produced.
Common problems with Oleaster
How to propagate Oleaster
Cuttings
You can propagate the species by seeds in the autumn or evergreen forms by semi-ripe cuttings in the summer, deciduous forms by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings in the summer.
Seed
Other uses of Oleaster
Grown for their foliage and small, usually very fragrant flowers, often followed by ornamental fruits. Suitable for coastal conditions.