Oleaster. A vigorous, large spiny shrub or small tree with silvery grey narrow leaves. Fragrant yellow flowers in summer. Max Height 4m. Max Spread 4m. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Elaeagnus angustifolia
A vigorous, large spiny shrub or small tree with silvery grey narrow leaves. Fragrant yellow flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Elaeagnus |
|---|---|
| Species | angustifolia |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Oleaster |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 4m |
| Family | Elaeagnaceae |
| Spread | 4m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, grey |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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