plantsDavid Kimshrub

Autumn Olive

plantsDavid Kimshrub
Autumn Olive

The Autumn Olive is a resilient shrub prized for its silvery foliage, sweet-smelling flowers, and vibrant red berries that appear in late summer.

Elaeagnus Umbellata

Origin: Asia

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8

Pros:

  • Attractive foliage – silvery-green leaves give the shrub a shimmering look throughout the growing season

  • Wildlife-friendly – produces red berries in late summer to fall that are rich in lycopene and attract birds and animals

Cons:

  • Invasive behavior – spreads aggressively by seed and can outcompete native species

  • Difficult to control – extensive root systems and high seed viability make removal and containment challenging