Oleaster. A handsome shrub with attractive silvery young growth turning a glossy dark green. Small bell shaped cream flowers. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 2m. Flowers August to October. Fruits October to November. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Elaeagnus macrophylla
A handsome shrub with attractive silvery young growth turning a glossy dark green. Small bell shaped cream flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Elaeagnus |
|---|---|
| Species | macrophylla |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Oleaster |
| Flower Colour | cream |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Elaeagnaceae |
| Spread | 2m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, green |
| Flowers From | August, October |
| Colour Fruit | red |
| Fruits When | October, November |
| 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, Hedging |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Mid spring |
| Pests and diseases | Coral spot |
| Maintenance | Keep free from weeds, Top dress in spring |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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