Latin Name:
Elaegnus umbellata 'Saginaw' Ecos
Physical Description:
Autumnberries (also known as Autumn Olive Berries) grow on small shrubs with silvery, green leaves, fragrant flowers and red fruit. They are very common in the North Eastern United States.
Usage:
Berries are edible, as are the seeds. The berries can be made into preserves, juiced or dried. The seeds can be dried and eaten. Has 17-20 times the amount of lycopene found in tomatoes, as well as many vitamins.
Factoids:
The Autumberry is capable of growing in poor soil, and is nitrogen fixing.
Harvesting Season
From:
September
To:
November 
