How to Grow and Care for Russian olive

Russian olive, also known as Silver berry, Oleaster, Persian olive, Wild olive

Russian olive thrives in well-drained soils and tolerates a wide pH range, making them relatively low-maintenance. Special care points include their ability to withstand drought, which means they require minimal watering once established. Pruning can manage size and promote healthy growth, but is not strictly necessary for the plant's health.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Russian olive

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	4-10

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Russian olive is a deciduous shrub or small-sized tree, reaching a stature of up to 30 feet (about 9 meters) in height. Its habit is typically rounded, but it can appear somewhat elongated and irregular, with a tendency towards a leggy growth pattern. The plant is marked by its spiny branches. The foliage presents as narrow and silvery-green, complementing its overall thorny character. The physical structure of russian olive, including its size and distinctive foliage, offers clear identifying traits.