Russian Olive

Highly aromatic, creamy yellow flowers appear in June and July and are later replaced by clusters of abundant silvery fruits. Leaves are egg or lance-shaped. It is extremely tolerant of environmental factors. The Russian Olive has low water requirements and displays a high tolerance for salt and alkali. Prefers a sunny location and is tolerant of most soil types. Prized for its silvery gray foliage. The Russian Olive tree, Elaeagnus Angustifolia, is an excellent windbreak and wildlife tree. The best windbreak tree for high wind areas. Pictured is the Russian Olive in a tree form. Wildlife loves the fruit. Russian Olive trees can be made into a hedge by planting 10’ apart in the row. Its stems, buds, and leaves have a dense covering of silvery to rusty scales. At three years of age, plants begin to flower and fruit. ... get more information