Elaeagnus ebbingei ‘Compacta’ Pleached – Elegant Evergreen Screening with Year-Round Structure
The Elaeagnus ebbingei ‘Compacta’ in a pleached form combines the dense, silver-tinged evergreen foliage of this hardy shrub with the architectural elegance of trained framework planting. With a 2-metre clear stem and a 120×120cm trained frame, it provides instant, stylish privacy while keeping the lower space clear – perfect for pathways, planting beds, or driveways where space is precious.
The leaves are leathery and dark green on top with a striking silvery underside, catching the light beautifully in the breeze. In autumn, small, tubular, creamy-white flowers appear, releasing a sweet, jasmine-like fragrance that attracts pollinators. Discreet yet delightful, they add seasonal charm without interrupting the plant’s sleek outline.
‘Compacta’ is valued for its smaller, neater leaf size and slower growth rate compared to standard Elaeagnus ebbingei, making it easier to maintain in tight or formal spaces. Its resilience is exceptional – drought-tolerant, salt-tolerant, and unfazed by wind or urban pollution, it performs equally well in coastal gardens, country estates, and city courtyards.
Why Choose Elaeagnus ebbingei ‘Compacta’ Pleached?
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Year-Round Privacy – Evergreen foliage keeps screens full and lush in every season.
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Compact Habit – Smaller leaves and slower growth for easy upkeep.
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Architectural Style – Clear stem with a trained square head for formal elegance.
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Hardy & Versatile – Thrives in sun or partial shade, in coastal or urban conditions.
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Fragrant Blooms – Autumn flowers offer a sweet scent and wildlife appeal.
Planting & Care Guide
Position: Full sun to partial shade; excellent in exposed or sheltered sites.
Soil: Any well-drained soil, from sandy to clay.
Watering: Regular watering during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
Feeding: Apply a slow-release general fertiliser in spring.
Pruning: Lightly trim in late spring and again in late summer to keep the pleached frame neat and formal.
Design & Planting Ideas
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Line along a driveway for privacy without losing ground space.
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Use in formal gardens as living “green walls” or to divide areas.
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Perfect for urban courtyards where tall fencing would feel oppressive.
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Combine with low, contrasting underplanting like lavender, pittosporum, or ornamental grasses.
Elaeagnus ebbingei ‘Compacta’ Pleached is the ideal choice for gardeners and designers seeking a handsome, evergreen privacy screen that offers fragrance, resilience, and a timeless sense of order.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
