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Elaeagnus multiflora

Also Known As

Elaeagnus mutliflora ovata
Cherry Silverberry
Goumi
Goumi Berry
Gumi
Natsugumi

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Elaeagnus multiflora plant details

Elaeagnus multiflora is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Elaeagnus multiflora

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: elaeagnaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Elaeagnus multiflora

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fragrant flowers resembling small yellow fuchsias are followed in summer by a profusion of orange cherry-like fruits (good in jellies) on this 6-10' shrub of rounded habit and dark-green leaves, silvery beneath. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Scarlet, 1/2" long, tart, cherry-like fruit, high in vitamin 'C' . Good fresh and excellent for jelly& pies. Ask us for recipe. Vigorous, hardy & productive bush grows 8-10' high, 12-14' wide. Ripens in Spring. Self-fertile. No major pests or diseases. An unusual Nitrogen fixing shrub that is not a member of Fabaceae, when planted in orchards other fruit yields are said to increase.