Broad-leaved Oleaster

Elaeagnus macrophylla, Elaeagnaceae

Zones

7–9

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerWindbreakBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Hollyleaf CherryPrunus ilicifolia

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Mexican LovegrassEragrostis mexicana

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Chaix's BluegrassPoa chaixii

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Oriental HornbeamCarpinus orientalis

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Rigid BambooBambusa rigida

Rigid bamboo competes aggressively with shrubs for light and root space

Oriental OleasterElaeagnus orientalis

Similar oleaster species compete for resources when planted in proximity

Uses

Functions

Coastal WindbreakNitrogen FixationErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Broad-leaved Oleaster grow in?

Broad-leaved Oleaster grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 9.

Is Broad-leaved Oleaster a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Broad-leaved Oleaster is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Broad-leaved Oleaster?

Good companions for Broad-leaved Oleaster include Hollyleaf Cherry, Mexican Lovegrass, Chaix's Bluegrass, Oriental Hornbeam.

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