Plant profile
Goumi
Goumi
Elaeagnus multiflora
Expected availability · 2029
Fruit shrub OrchardPlannedManaged Orchard
At a Glance
TartSweetTart to Sweet: position 1 of 5
SoftFirmSoft to Firm: position 1 of 5
DryJuicyDry to Juicy: position 1 of 5
MildBoldMild to Bold: position 1 of 5
KitchenFresh EatingKitchen to Fresh Eating: position 1 of 5
About
A small red fruit with a sweet-tart flavor and a single seed.
Harvest & Use
Eat fully ripe fruit fresh or use it for preserves, sauces, and other preparations that benefit from acidity.
Choose This If…
You enjoy discovering uncommon fruits and prefer a brighter sweet-tart character rather than pure sweetness.
Growing requirements
- Water
- Consistent moisture during establishment and fruit development
- Soil
- Fertile soil with organic matter; acidity and fertility needs vary by crop
- Drainage
- Well-drained unless the crop is adapted to wetter conditions
- Growth rate
- Varies by crop and cultivar
Fruit, flower, or harvest traits
See the customer profile above for flavor, texture, harvest use, and distinguishing traits.
Pollination and compatibility
Pollination requirements vary by crop and cultivar.