Russian Olive
Also known as
Russian Olive, Russian olive, Silver berry, Persian olive and Wild olive
Taxonomy
Elaeagnus angustifolia
Elaeagnus
Elaeagnaceae
Rosales
How to care for Russian Olive
Water
How often to water your Russian Olive
every 9
Russian Olive needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Arcadia, California.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Arcadia, California
47% Low
Finding light for Russian Olive in your home
a window
Russian Olive love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Arcadia, California ā .
Russian Olive does not tolerate low-light š«.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Russian Olive
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Russian Olive after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Russian Olive can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!
Water Needs
Russian Olive prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Russian Olive requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Russian Olive does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Russian Olive is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Growth Pattern
Russian Olive will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Russian Olive can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Russian Olive
Russian Olive
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Arcadia, California, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
