Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby' - 50-60 CM RB

Description
These produce red, round fruits from September. They are large and exude a strong fragrance.

Bulletpoints
* fruit ornamentation * strongly scented flowers * attractive yellow autumn colouring * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning

Leaves
Attractive yellow autumn colouring.

Growth habit
Autumn olive 'Ruby' is sprawling and broad in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

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

Soil
No special requirements Standard container plant soil.

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

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The creamy white flowers appear from April to May. These are strongly scented.

fruit
The red, round fruits of Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby' are particularly decorative. These appear from September and are large.

Use
Container, solitary, ornamental shrub

Root
Elaeagnus umbellata 'Ruby' is a heartroot.