Russian Olive

Highly aromatic, creamy yellow flowers appear in June and July and are later replaced by clusters of abundant silvery fruits. Its stems, buds, and leaves have a dense covering of silvery to rusty scales. Prefers a sunny location and is tolerant of most soil types. The best windbreak tree for high wind areas. The Russian Olive has low water requirements and displays a high tolerance for salt and alkali. Prized for its silvery gray foliage. It is extremely tolerant of environmental factors. Pictured is the Russian Olive in a tree form. Leaves are egg or lance-shaped. At three years of age, plants begin to flower and fruit. Wildlife loves the fruit. Russian Olive trees can be made into a hedge by planting 10’ apart in the row. The Russian Olive tree, Elaeagnus Angustifolia, is an excellent windbreak and wildlife tree. ... more