Elaeagnus pungens (Thorny Olive)
Elaeagnus pungens (Thorny Olive)
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Elaeagnus pungens (Thorny Olive) is a vigorous, fast-growing broadleaf evergreen prized for its dense foliage, fragrant autumn flowers, and showy fruit. Its glossy leaves and creamy white blooms add ornamental value, while the plant’s resilience makes it suitable for hedging, naturalising, or screening large areas
Tolerant of drought, deer, poor soils, and urban pollution, this hardy shrub is ideal for low-maintenance landscapes. With year-round interest and strong adaptability, it provides beauty, habitat for birds, and a reliable solution for challenging planting sites




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Mature height
3.6–4.5 metres
Mature width
4.5–5.5 metres
Spacing
3.5–5 metres
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy evergreen foliage with creamy white flowers and showy fruit
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Autumn (October to November)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates light shade
Maintenance
Medium; vigorous growth may require pruning to control size
Root System
Extensive and fibrous, supporting rapid growth and adaptability