Russian Olive


Scientific Name: Elaeagnus angustifolia L.
Family: Elaeagnaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 1-3,7-14,18-19,28,30-45
USDA: 3-7

Sun Exposure: Part sun to full sun

Origin: Eurasia

Growth Habits: Deciduous tree, 12 to 20 feet tall (3.6 to 6 m.), 12 to 20 feet in spread (3.6 to 6 m.), greyish green leaves, up to 2 inches long (5 cm.)

Flowers: White or yellow flowers

Watering Needs: Little water to regular water

Propagation: Seed or occasionally cutting

  • by softwood stem tip cuttings, in spring. Apply IBA TALC 8000 PPM. Use intermittent mist. Root in 6-8 weeks.
  • by seeds, in spring. Germinates at 70-85 degrees F. The seeds can be harvested in autumn. The seeds need stratify 40F 2-3mo.. The usual germination temperature is 70-85 degrees F.



 

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