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Elaeagnus angustifolia
Russian Olive, Oleaster
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor Photographer: Linda Engstrom
Description
This small, deciduous tree has foliage that is 2" long and silver-gray in color. It is excellent for difficult climates with extreme temperatures.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.