Enjoy RUSSIAN OLIVE shrubs for their...

. silvery-white sweetly fragrant fall flowers >>> bell-shaped + inconspicuous
. olive-like edible fruit >>> Russian Olive's ripen in early spring
. exceptional cold + heat + drought + salt tolerance >>> hardy to 0 °F (-18°C)
. distinctive light olive-green year-round foliage >>> silvery leaf undersides
. fast growing habit >>> arching + sprawling growth to 10'+ with equal spread
. easygoing eco-friendly nature >>> considered pest-free + drought tolerant
. garden versatility >>> large accent shrub + informal privacy screens
. enduring popularity >>> choice for poor soils + bank covers + coastal gardening

USDA plant hardiness zones: 7, 8, 9, 10
Sunset plant hardiness zones: 5-24 [western states]

LIGHT: full sun to bright shade [exceptional shade tolerance]
WATER: evenly moist to dry [considered drought tolerant once established]
SOIL: fertile + humus-rich + well-drained [forgiving of many soil types]

Botanical Name: Elaeagnus pungens
Plant Family: Elaeagnaceae - Oleaster Family
Plant Origin/Olive Nursery Cultivar: East Asia, China, Japan
a.k.a: Elaeagnus, Silverthorn, Silverberry

How to grow Russian Olive Shrubs/Bushes:
. Select a location that provides adequate sunlight, water, and soil requirements [see above]
. Water regularly until established and during dry spells for optimum performance
. Fertilize Elaeagnus in early spring [use organic fertilizers for increased plant and soil health]
. Prune to maintain desired shape [usually not required if given ample room to grow]
. Maintain a mulch layer to conserve soil moisture and minimize pesky weeds
. Avoid unnecessary cultivation around plants once they're established
. Grow Russian Olive shrubs in large winter-protected containers in colder climates

Plant Shipping Size: Premium Three Gallon [#3G] nursery-grown plant (11.36L)
We ship large, gift quality plants in their original container and soil. Russian Olive's guaranteed to delight your family and friends. Send living gifts that impress.

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