Dwarf Elaeagnus

They are silvery on both sides when young later dark green above and silvery beneath. Elaeagnus umbellata and elaeagnus angustifolia commonly called autumn olive and russian olive respectively are invasive in some western central and eastern states.

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Dwarf elaeagnus

Hybrid derived from elaeagnus pungens. Therefore we recommend a container with a drainage hole s and a quality potting soil or potting mix or a 50 50 combination thereof for planting. Constantly soggy soil can and often will cause root rot or other harmful or deadly plant diseases.

Elaeagnus growing in pots appreciate a moist but well drained soil. Leaves are 24 inches long. A superb hedge or low screen that tolerates heat and wind and requires little maintenance.

Look for the dwarf viburnum varieties like papoose only 4 feet 1 m tall and wide. Thorny elaeagnus elaeagnus pungens is a great evergreen shrub which is blooming right now. They tend to have a few wild sprouts periodically throughout the year requiring a little pruning.

More upright to 1012 feet high and wide than its parent with thornless branches. The flowers are as fragrant as gardenias but hidden within the bushes. Another large yet magnificent shrub is the european cranberry bush viburnum opulus with eye catching flowers generous crops of berries and fiery autumn color.

A splendid combination of golden yellow margins on bright green foliage provides wonderful year round interest in the landscape. Elaeagnus x ebbingei gilt edge. Facts because elaeagnus is capable of fixing nitrogen it s been recommended for companion planting in orchards.

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