Description
Abundant orange red berries the size of peas. Excellent variety. Has excellent flavor and is high in the anti-oxidant lycopene which is thought to be preventative for cancer and heart disease. Nitrogen fixer. Occasional thorns.
Elaeagnus umbellata
Abundant orange/red berries the size of peas (large for autumn olive). Excellent variety. Has excellent flavor. High in the antioxidant lycopene. Drought tolerant. Nitrogen fixer. Occasional thorns.
USDA Zone: 3-9
Pollination: Considered self-fertile but will produce better with 2 varieties.
Time to productivity: 2-3 years depending on conditions.
Ripening time: September
Size: 15′. Easy to prune smaller.
Abundant orange red berries the size of peas. Excellent variety. Has excellent flavor and is high in the anti-oxidant lycopene which is thought to be preventative for cancer and heart disease. Nitrogen fixer. Occasional thorns.
Pot size | 1 Gal, 3 Gal, 5 Gal, 7 Gal, 10 Gal, 15 Gal |
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