Organic Goumi Seeds - Fruit Plant

Organic Goumi is a hardy deciduous fruiting shrub valued for its bright red edible berries, fragrant spring flowers, and attractive silver-green foliage. Botanically known as Elaeagnus multiflora, this versatile shrub is an excellent choice for home orchards, edible landscapes, permaculture gardens, and food forests. Its nitrogen-fixing root system naturally improves soil fertility, while the sweet-tart berries provide a delicious early summer harvest. Organic seeds are ideal for gardeners seeking natural and sustainable growing practices.

Features

• Organic heirloom edible berry shrub
• Produces sweet-tart red berries
• Nitrogen-fixing roots enrich soil naturally
• Fragrant spring flowers attract pollinators
• Hardy and adaptable to various climates
• Excellent for permaculture and edible landscapes
• Low-maintenance once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Elaeagnus multiflora
• Common Name (US): Goumi Berry, Organic Goumi, Goumi Bush
• Seed Type / Variety: Organic Edible Fruit Shrub
• Growth Habit: Deciduous multi-stem shrub
• USDA Zones: 4-9
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-May, September-November
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: March, April, May, September, October, November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 30-90 days; cold stratification recommended for improved germination
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy, loamy, or average garden soil; tolerant of poor soils
• Watering Needs: Low to Moderate once established
• Mature Plant Size: 6-10 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide
• Plant Spacing: 6-10 feet apart