Goumi (Sweet Scarlet)

Description

Selected at the Main Botanic Garden in Kiev, Ukraine, Sweet Scarlet™ is prized for its large, sweet, and tasty fruit. Semi-evergreen, depends on climate.

Latin Name: Elaeagnus multiflora ‘Sweet Scarlett’ (Sweet Scarlett Goumi Berry)
Site and Soil: Well-drained soil with a preference for slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to various soil types. Full sun to partial shade.
Bearing age: Will produce fruit right away.
Rootstock: Typically propagated from cuttings.
Size at Maturity: 6-10 feet in height and spread.
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer.
Pollination Requirement: Cross-pollination with another goumi plant for optimal fruit set.
Ripening Time: Late summer.
Yield: Moderate to high.
Pests and Diseases: Generally pest-resistant; watch for aphids and leaf spot.
Hardiness (Temp): -20 to 0 °F.
USDA Zone: 5-9.