Elaeagnus multiflora - STD 6-8 CM FEATHERED BR

Description
Dark red fruits emerge from these from September. They exude a pleasant fragrance.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Elaeagnus edulis.

Bulletpoints
* suitable for flowering hedges * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * resistant to urban climates

Bark
Dark brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Goumi is bushy and loose in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The light yellow flowers appear in May. They are pleasantly scented.

fruit
Elaeagnus multiflora forms dark red fruits with a tart flavour. The flesh is juicy. Ripening time from September.

Use
Screen, solitary, ornamental shrub, bee pasture, hedge, jam, liqueur

Root
Close to the surface, little branched.