Elaeagnus angustifolia - 60-80 CM C2

Description
The Oleaster (Elaeagnus angustifolia) is an irregular, picturesque, deciduous small tree with decorative, lanceolate, silvery leaves. The white shoots are also an interesting sight. It also bears yellow flowers from May to June. These produce yellow fruits from August. They exude a pleasant fragrance. In a sunny location with well-drained, calcareous, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of around 7 metres and grows to a width of around 7 metres.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque small tree * beautiful foliage * the blossoms are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * suitable for containers * white shoots * heat-tolerant, resistant to urban climates, wind-resistant, smoke-hardy, soil salt-tolerant, can be built over

leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of the Oleaster are silvery, lanceolate, alternate. They are about 4 - 8 cm in size. White shoots.

Bark
Grey, longitudinally furrowed bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Mongolia to Mediterranean region.

Frost hardiness
The Oleaster has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Irregular, picturesque.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant 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).

Care
Excess water must be able to drain away easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
The yellow flowers appear from May to June. These are pleasantly scented.

Use
Tub, solitary, bee pasture, balcony/patio

Root
Elaeagnus angustifolia is a heartroot.