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Three-flowered Oleaster

Elaeagnus triflora, Elaeagnaceae

Zones
6–9
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerNitrogen FixerWindbreakBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Wild Apple of KazakhstanMalus sieversii
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Seguin's ChestnutCastanea seguinii
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Caucasian PersimmonDiospyros caucasica
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Pacific PlumPrunus subcordata
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant
Pacific CrabappleMalus fusca
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Rough-shelled MacadamiaMacadamia ternifolia
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Granulated BoleteSuillus granulatus
Nutrient Accumulation
Lake's BoleteSuillus lakei
Nutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Caucasian BlueberryVaccinium arctostaphylos

Elaeagnus nitrogen fixation and alkalizing effects conflict with blueberry's need for acidic, low-nitrogen conditions.

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionNitrogen FixationErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

FruitSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Digestive HealthRespiratory Support

Common Questions

What zones does Three-flowered Oleaster grow in?

Three-flowered Oleaster grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.

Is Three-flowered Oleaster a nitrogen fixer?

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

What are good companion plants for Three-flowered Oleaster?

Good companions for Three-flowered Oleaster include Wild Apple of Kazakhstan, Seguin's Chestnut, Caucasian Persimmon, Pacific Plum, Pacific Crabapple.

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