Elaeagnus x ebbingei Compacta

An excellentvariety for hedging, Elaeagnus x ebbingei Compacta is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with a dense, bushy habit.Unlike Elaeagnus x ebbingei, this varietyis well behaved and more compact shrub making it easierto maintain intoa tidy hedge. It also has more prominent silvery leaves when they emerge, as if covered with stardust, which mature to glossy dark green.Small, very fragrant, bell-shaped, white flowers are borne in autumn; the flowers are good for pollinators. Oleaster Compacta is ideal for the smaller garden, especially coastal gardens, as it is very salt-tolerant, but keep it sheltered from cold, drying winds inland. Water until established; once established it is drought-tolerant. Can be grown in a container in soil-based compost.

Site: Tolerates coastal exposure, but sheltered inland
Soil: Any moist but well-drained, or well-drained soil; dislikes thin, chalky soils
Position: Best in full sun; tolerates partial shade
Season of interest: All year, autumn in particular
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 8ft (2.5m) Spread:10ft (3m)