Russian Olive

Elaeagnus angustifolia L. - Oleaster family

Size

Mature Height: Up to around 35.0 feet

Planting Distance: 6.0 feet

Plant Type: Tree, Shrub

Root Depth: 20 inches

Growth Form: Single Stem

Growth Rate: Rapid

Features

Flower Color: Yellow

Conspicuous Flowers: Yes

Bloom Time: Early Summer

Seasonal Growth: Spring and Summer

Evergreen: No

Fall Colors: No

Conditions

Shade Tolerance: Intolerant

Clay Soil Tolerance: No

Sandy Soil Tolerance: Yes

Drought Tolerance: High

Flood Tolerance: Low

Fire Tolerance: Low

Salt Tolerance: High