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Elaeagnus multiflora

Cherry Elaeagnus, Gumi

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Information by:         Photographer: Beverly Leftwich

 

Description

This deciduous shrub will grow to 6' tall and has silver/green leaves and small, aromatic flowers. It produces orangeish/red berries that are tart but edible and attract birds.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Silver

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Foundation

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.