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Elaeagnus parvifolia 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]. Prefers a light sandy loam and a sunny position[11]. Dislikes shallow chalk soils[98]. Plants are very drought resistant[1] and very tolerant of maritime exposure[75]. A very hardy plant, tolerating temperatures down to at least -40°c[200]. Somewhat similar to E. multiflora, but flowering a few weeks later[182]. The flowers are rich in nectar and very aromatic, they are much visited by bees. This species is notably resistant to honey fungus[88, 200]. Plants can fruit in 6 years from seed[160]. 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[160, 200]. An excellent companion plant, when grown in orchards it can increase yields from the fruit trees by up to 10%. For further Elaeagnus parvifolia gardening information |
