Elaeagnus angustifolia
Russian Olive, Russian elaeagnus
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
4 - 6m
Width:
4 - 6m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Very High
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Tolerant
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Moderate
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Residential, Wide Median, Restricted Urban Site
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Verticillium wilt can be an issue, which can cause branch/ limb death and severe cases can cause tree mortality.
Management Notes
None of significance