Ohio State University Plant Dictionary

Scientific Name:
Elaeagnus umbellata

Family:
Autumn Olive

Family:
Elaeagnaceae

Description:
Autumn Olive, like most species of Elaeagnus, is highly tolerant of salt deposition from roadways in Winter, and since it is also adaptable to poor, dry, sandy soils of variable pH while fixing its own nitrogen, it has been widely used at roadside plantings for erosion control. It also takes well to periodic rejuvenation pruning to maintain a desired height limit. Autumn Olive has showy red fruits in early Autumn that add to its appeal.

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