Leikora Goumi (Elaeagnus multiflora) is a hardy, productive fruit shrub valued for its bright orange-red berries and strong adaptability. This Heirloom, Non-GMO variety produces medium-sized shrubs with silver-green foliage and high-yielding berry clusters. Suitable for temperate climates and home gardeners, Leikora Goumi grows well in poor soils and tolerates a wide range of conditions.
The berries ripen from late spring to early summer and are known for their tangy flavor and nutritional value. The plant’s small spring flowers attract pollinators, making it useful for edible landscapes and mixed hedges. Easy to grow and long-lived, Leikora Goumi is suitable for beginners and experienced gardeners.
Key Features
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Heirloom and Non-GMO variety
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Hardy, adaptable fruit-bearing shrub
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Produces orange-red berries with tangy flavor
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Silver-green ornamental foliage
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Pollinator-friendly spring flowers
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Tolerates poor or dry soil conditions
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Suitable for edible landscaping and mixed borders
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Easy to grow for beginners and experienced gardeners
Specifications
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Botanical Name: Elaeagnus multiflora (Leikora variety)
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Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
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Growth Habit: Upright, spreading
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Berry Colour: Orange to red
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Flowering Time: Spring
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Fruit Ripening: Late spring to early summer
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Type: Well-drained, adaptable to low-fertility soil
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USDA Zones: 4–9
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Growth Height: 1.5–3 meters (varies by climate)
Planting Guide
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Seed Preparation: Lightly scarify seeds and soak for 12–24 hours.
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Sowing Depth: 1–1.5 cm deep in well-draining soil.
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Temperature: Maintain soil at 18–24°C for early germination.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
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Light: Place in full sun or partial shade.
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Germination Time: 4–10 weeks depending on conditions.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors once they reach 10–15 cm height.
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Spacing: Plant shrubs 1.5–2 meters apart for proper growth.
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Care: Mulch lightly to retain soil moisture; prune to maintain shape and productivity.