Vasyuk Y. Сherry eleagnus (Elаeagnus multiflora Thunb.) in the Forest-Steppe of Ukraine (growth, development and propagation)

The dissertation features is deals with the growth, development, flowering and fruiting of cherry eleagnus (Elаeagnus multiflora Thunb.) in the Forest-Steppe of Ukraine. Winter and drought hardiness and allelopathy were studied. The advantage of cherry eleagnus introduction was proved and estimated. The best precursors for this plant cultivation were found. Biochemical composition of cherry eleagnus fruits and leaves was found. The cherry eleagnus was produced its qualitative and quantitative characteristics are determined. The methods of seed and vegetative propagation were developed. Six forms were selected and reccommended for prospective cultivation.