autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata)
Elaeagnus umbellata is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub or small tree with silvery leaves, fragrant cream-yellow flowers, and abundant red, edible berries. It is highly ad
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade for best growth and fruiting.
Watering
Drought-tolerant once established, moderate for young plants.
Soil
Highly adaptable to various soil types, including poor, sandy, or clay soils; prefers well-drained.
Temperature
Highly adaptable, hardy in temperate zones (USDA zones 4-8).
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Rarely needed, as it fixes nitrogen and thrives in poor soils.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade for best growth and fruiting.
Drought-tolerant once established, moderate for young plants.
Highly adaptable to various soil types, including poor, sandy, or clay soils; prefers well-drained.
Highly adaptable, hardy in temperate zones (USDA zones 4-8).
Outdoor
Rarely needed, as it fixes nitrogen and thrives in poor soils.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental, Fruit
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-6 m
Spread
3-6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Silver
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderRosales
- familyElaeagnaceae
- genusElaeagnus
- speciesElaeagnus umbellata
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
The berries are edible for humans and wildlife. No significant toxicity is reported for other parts of the plant to humans or pets.