autumn olive
Elaeagnus umbellata
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A vigorous deciduous shrub with fragrant spring flowers followed by abundant red berries speckled with silver in fall. Highly invasive in many regions but valued for wildlife food and erosion control.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A vigorous deciduous shrub with fragrant spring flowers followed by abundant red berries speckled with silver in fall. Highly invasive in many regions but valued for wildlife food and erosion control.
Climate Match for your location
See how well autumn olive grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation