Russian Olive Seeds (Elaeagnus angustifolia) - 50+ Seeds

An attractive nitrogen fixing tree with silver-green leaves and shaggy bark.
Can be grown a tree or hedge, fast growing and tolerates pruning well
An essential oil from the flowers is used for perfumes
Tolerant of drought and poor soils
Grows up to 15-20' (7m) tall

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Seed Source: South Dakota
Hardiness Zone: 3
Scarification: Soak in hot tap water and let stand after water cools 6 hours
Stratification: cold stratify 90 days
Planting instructions: Plant outdoors in seedbeds 3/4” deep in the fall, or stratify in the fridge and spring plant. Plant 3/4" deep, tamp and lightly mulch.