Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby'
Also Known As
- Elaeagnus umbellata Ruby™
- Ruby Japanese silverberry, Autumn Olive
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 10'-15'
- W: 5'-8'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby' plant details
Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: elaeagnaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby' plant
How to Grow Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 10'
Width: 10'
- sun
- regular
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-15'
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- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6'-9'
Width: 6'-9'
- sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-10a
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - dappled shade
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