Elaeagnus x ebbingei

Elaeagnus × ebbingei

Why Buy Me?

• Tough and reliable evergreen

• Excellent for hedging and screening

• Highly tolerant of wind, salt, and pollution

Growing Conditions

Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Best foliage colour and dense growth occur in full sun, though it performs well in shade.

Soil: Very adaptable; grows in most well-drained soils including chalk, clay, loam, and sandy soils. Tolerates poor and dry soils once established.

Exposure: Extremely wind-tolerant and ideal for exposed, coastal, or urban locations. Withstands salt-laden winds and air pollution.

Drought Tolerance: High once established; suitable for low-maintenance and drought-prone sites.

Cultivation & Care

Planting Time: Plant in spring or autumn. Container-grown plants can be planted year-round if the soil is not frozen or waterlogged.

Spacing: Space 60–90 cm (2–3 feet) apart for hedging; 1.5–2.5 metres (5–8 feet) apart as a specimen shrub.

Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season. Once established, watering is rarely needed except during prolonged drought.

Fertilization: Generally not required. Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring if growth is poor.

Mulching: Mulch in spring with organic matter to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Pruning: Prune in late spring or summer after flowering to maintain shape. Tolerates hard pruning and is ideal for formal or informal hedges.

Propagation: Propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or autumn.

Seasonal Interest

Spring: New growth emerges with a silvery-bronze sheen, creating strong contrast with older foliage.

Autumn: Small, creamy-white, highly fragrant flowers appear, often hidden among the leaves.

Winter: Evergreen; dense foliage provides year-round structure and shelter.

Size & Habit

Height: 3–5 metres (10–16 feet) if left unpruned
Spread: 2–4 metres (6–13 feet)
Habit: Dense, bushy, and upright; easily maintained at a lower height with regular trimming.

Wildlife & Garden Use

Wildlife: Flowers attract pollinators in autumn; dense growth provides excellent shelter for birds.

Garden Use: Ideal for hedging, screening, windbreaks, coastal gardens, urban planting, and difficult sites.

Companion Plants: Works well with griselinia, escallonia, pittosporum, viburnum, and ornamental grasses for robust, year-round structure.

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