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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 4–9Type Shrub
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Drought-tolerant once established; the Goumi, Elaeagnus multiflora, is a resilient deciduous shrub reaching 6-10 feet in height

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Elaeagnaceae

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Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Their nitrogen-fixing capabilities enrich the soil, enhancing the health of surrounding plants
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) — though they favor well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0; the goumi showcases inconspicuous yet fragrant white or pale
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — deciduous shrub widely admired in landscape designs for its hardy disposition and multifunctional attributes; shrub, image 53
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — they attract pollinators and wildlife; they require minimal watering and maintenance
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Drought-tolerant once established
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — they require minimal watering and maintenance
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) — Celebrated for fragrant creamy-white flowers in spring and bright red edible berries in summer; approximately 1/2 to, image 48
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — they require minimal watering and maintenance; typically reaching a height and spread of 6 to 10 feet
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — along with essential fatty acids; they attract pollinators and wildlife
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — along with essential fatty acids
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — shrub for full or half or shade; to encourage a bountiful harvest, consider planting in groups to facilitate cross-pollination
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — the goumi showcases inconspicuous yet fragrant white or pale yellow flowers
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — white flowers in the garden
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — deciduous shrub widely admired in landscape designs for its hardy disposition and multifunctional attributes; shrub for full or
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — making them an excellent choice for sustainable landscaping
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — shrub with white blooms; providing a sweet-tart flavor that can be enjoyed fresh or in various culinary preparations
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — approximately 1/2 to 3/4 inch in diameter; nitrogen-fixing roots enhance soil fertility, making it an excellent companion plant
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in well-drained soils
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — making them an excellent choice for sustainable landscaping; though they favor well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — To encourage a bountiful harvest, consider planting in groups to facilitate cross-pollination; shrub with white blooms
Goumi (Elaeagnus Multiflora) — Celebrated for fragrant creamy-white flowers in spring and bright red edible berries in summer
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