Oleaster
Eleagnus augustifolia
It’s known for its silver-grey leaves, inconspicuous yellow flowers in late spring, and small silvery fruit.
About
Oleaster
The Appearance
A medium-sized deciduous or evergreen shrub with silvery leaves and small, fragrant flowers. It produces small, olive-like fruits.
The Produce
The fruit, commonly referred to as oleaster berries or silverberries, starts as small, silvery scales that gradually transform into juicy, red or orange berries upon ripening.
The Flowers
Produces small, fragrant, white to yellow flowers in spring and summer.
The Leaves
They exhibit a silvery-grey to silvery-green hue, imparting a shimmering effect in sunlight due to tiny scales that cover the leaf surface.
The Habitat
Prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Commonly found in gardens and parks.
The Ecology
Provides habitat and food for various wildlife, including birds and insects. The fruits are eaten by birds.
The Culture
Valued for its ornamental appeal and fragrant flowers. Often planted in gardens and hedges.
Fun Facts
The Oleaster is also known as the Russian Olive and is admired for its silvery foliage.
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