Oleaster

Elaeagnus spp.

Elaeagnus multiflora Frucht by VoDeTan2 (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Full Sun

Light watering

Frost Hardy

USDA zone

-12°C

Minimum temperature

Expected size

Height		Spread
6.5m	Max	65cm
3m	Min	40cm

Flowering

spring
summer
autumn
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

disease
Coral Spot

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.