Goumi

Elaeagnus Multiflora

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Overview

The Goumi, Elaeagnus multiflora, is a resilient deciduous shrub reaching 6-10 feet in height and spread. Celebrated for fragrant creamy-white flowers in spring and bright red edible berries in summer, they attract pollinators and wildlife. Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in well-drained soils. Nitrogen-fixing roots enhance soil fertility, making it an excellent companion plant. Hardy in zones 4-9, it adds a multi-seasonal interest to any landscape.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, Very LowZones 4–9

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — The Goumi, Elaeagnus multiflora, is a resilient deciduous shrub reaching 6-10 feet in height and spread

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — The Goumi, Elaeagnus multiflora, is a resilient deciduous shrub reaching 6-10 feet in height and spread

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Celebrated for fragrant creamy-white flowers in spring and bright red edible berries in summer

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Typically reaching a height and spread of 6 to 10 feet

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — deciduous shrub widely admired in landscape designs for its hardy disposition and multifunctional attributes

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in well-drained soils

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Nitrogen-fixing roots enhance soil fertility, making it an excellent companion plant

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Elaeagnaceae

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Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — they attract pollinators and wildlife

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — The Goumi, Elaeagnus multiflora, is a resilient deciduous shrub reaching 6-10 feet in height and spread

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Celebrated for fragrant creamy-white flowers in spring and bright red edible berries in summer

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Typically reaching a height and spread of 6 to 10 feet

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — deciduous shrub widely admired in landscape designs for its hardy disposition and multifunctional attributes

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in well-drained soils

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Nitrogen-fixing roots enhance soil fertility, making it an excellent companion plant

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Hardy in zones 4-9, it adds a multi-seasonal interest to any landscape

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — These fruits ripen in early to mid-summer

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — approximately 1/2 to 3/4 inch in diameter

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — this resilient plant serves not only as an ornamental feature with its silver-scaled twigs and foliage

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — the goumi showcases inconspicuous yet fragrant white or pale yellow flowers

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — along with essential fatty acids

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — though they favor well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — providing a sweet-tart flavor that can be enjoyed fresh or in various culinary preparations

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Their nitrogen-fixing capabilities enrich the soil, enhancing the health of surrounding plants

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — they require minimal watering and maintenance

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Drought-tolerant once established

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — making them an excellent choice for sustainable landscaping

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — white flowers in the garden

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — To encourage a bountiful harvest, consider planting in groups to facilitate cross-pollination

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Celebrated for fragrant creamy-white flowers in spring and bright red edible berries in summer; approximately 1/2 to 3/4 inch in

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — shrub for full or half or shade

Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — The Goumi, Elaeagnus multiflora, is a resilient deciduous shrub reaching 6-10 feet in height and spread; thrives in full sun to

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