Eleagnus, thorny

Eleagnus

Eleagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii'

Eleagnus is an evergreen shrub that has dull green leaves with silvery undersides. It is a very fast grower and can become rather unruley. It has a small, insignificant flower from October through November. The fragrance of the flowers makes up for the insignificant size. The flowers are very sweet smelling similar to that of a gardenia. Eleagnus is a super choice as a screening plant in areas where there is enough room for its spread.

	Evergreen
	Sweet scented flowers in autumn
	Great screen
	Good for stabilizing soils

Height

10-15 Feet

Spread

10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 6 to 9

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

	Screen Planting
	Drought Tolerant
	Evergreen
	Fragrant
	Mass Planting
	Border

Exposure

	Sun
	Partial Shade

Foliage Color

	Green
	Silver

Season of Interest (Flowering)

Fall

Soil Moisture Preference

	Dry
	Average