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Elaeagnus orientalis Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils that are well-drained[11, 200]. Prefers a soil that is only moderately fertile, succeeding in very poor soils and in dry soils[11, 200]. Established plants are very drought resistant[1]. Prefers a light sandy loam and a sunny position[11, 200]. Dislikes shallow chalk soils[98]. Very closely related to E. angustifolia and often considered to be no more than a sub-species of it[183], it does not flower so freely in Britain as that species[11]. This species is notably resistant to honey fungus[88, 200]. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby[200]. An excellent companion plant, when grown in orchards it can increase yields from the fruit trees by up to 10%. The flowers are very fragrant and are rich in nectar[183], they are much visited by bees. Occasionally cultivated for its edible fruit, there are some named varieties[183]. The fruit used to be commonly sold in the markets of Iran and Turkey but is rarely found there nowadays[183]. For further Elaeagnus orientalis gardening information |
