Compact Oleaster | Elaeagnus ebbingei 'Compacta'
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Compact Oleaster
Elaeagnus ebbingei 'Compacta'
- A compact and fast growing evergreen, ideal for hedging
- Glossy dark green foliage with a silver sheen and small, scented white flowers in autumn
- Plant in full sun in a border or large patio container
- Grows to only 1-1.5m tall and 0.5-1m wide
- A low maintenance, pest resistant perennial plant
- Awarded RHS Plants for Pollinators status for its benefits to bees, butterflies and other insects
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Compact Oleaster can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
The Elaeagnus ebbingei 'Compacta' usually grows to a mature height and spread of 1.5 to 2.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Compact Oleaster prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Compact Oleaster prefers well-drained soil of any type.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Compact Oleaster requires moderate watering, providing about 2.5 centimetres of water per week.
Will this plant need pruning?
No, the Compact Oleaster does not strictly require pruning, although you may remove dead or damaged branches if necessary. If you do prune, ensure temperatures are above 5 degrees Celsius to avoid frost damage.
How hardy is this plant?
Compact Oleaster is fully hardy across the UK with an RHS rating of H5, withstanding temperatures down to -15°C.
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Cameron is mad about plants, which is lucky, really, because he’s absolutely surrounded by them here at the nursery. Having studied at the Student Plant Unit at Pershore College, Cameron went on to compete at the Grand Finals for the 2022 Horticulturist of the Year Awards. With a team of dedicated growers on hand to help, Cameron utilises our industry-leading nursery (and the lovely, fertile conditions of the Cotswolds) to grow shrubs that aren’t just good-looking, they’re good-growing too.
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