Elaeagnus ebbingei 'Viveleg' (Russian Olive, Silverberry, Variegated Oleaster)
Elaeagnus ebbingei 'Viveleg' (Russian Olive, Silverberry, Variegated Oleaster)
Elaeagnus ebbingei 'Viveleg' (Russian Olive, Silverberry, Variegated Oleaster)

Elaeagnus ebbingei 'Viveleg' (Russian Olive, Silverberry, Variegated Oleaster) - edible fruit

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Full description and specifications

Elaeagnus x ebbingei 'Viveleg' is a hybrid between Elaeagnus pungens and Elaeagnus macrophylla, introduced in 1929 in the UK. Elaeagnus x ebbingei 'Viveleg' is a special cultivar, with variegated foliage, very decorative.

Flowers : It produces small, fragrant, white or cream flowers, but these are generally not the focal point of the plant.

Fruits : Produces edible fruits, the size of olives or cherries, which ripen in early spring, usually at the end of March - beginning of April. The fruits are aromatic and reminiscent of black cherries in taste.

Resistance : It is a very resistant plant, able to tolerate a wide range of soils and climatic conditions, including drought. Holds well until -15°C. Planting in areas protected from strong winter winds is recommended.

Pot size: 19 cm

Height with pots included: approx. 40-50 cm (depending on the season)

Note: In the autumn-winter seasons, the plants are cut drastically in order to branch.