Elaeagnus ebbingei compacta
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Elaeagnus ebbingei is a very useful and popular evergreen shrub. Forming quite a large, dense bush it will eventually reach a height of 2.5m-4m but can be pruned to your required size and shape. Leaves are initially spotted but mature to a dark-green yet still retain their silvery undersides. Small, tubular clusters of creamy-white flowers are borne in Autumn, and although they are not overly significant, they fill the air with a delightful, sweet fragrance.
Shade tolerant and versatile, it is most suited to a shrub border where it makes an excellent foil for more ornamental and colourful plants. It can also be used as informal hedge where it will provide year-round screening and interest. Supplied in approx. 2-3 litre containers.
The primary intended use of this plant is to grow food for human consumption.
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