Elaeagnus x Ebbingei Compacta 5 Litre Pot

Elaeagnus × ebbingei ‘Compacta’ – Hardy Evergreen with Fragrant Autumn Blooms

Elaeagnus × ebbingei ‘Compacta’ is a robust and versatile evergreen shrub, prized for its dense habit and year-round structure. Its broad, glossy green leaves reveal silvery undersides that shimmer in the breeze, adding subtle brightness to the garden. In autumn, clusters of small, creamy-white flowers emerge, filling the air with a sweet fragrance.

Compact and wind-resistant, it is a superb choice for hedging, screening, or coastal planting, where its salt tolerance and hardiness make it particularly reliable. Whether grown as a clipped hedge or a natural, free-standing shrub, ‘Compacta’ brings structure, resilience, and seasonal delight.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:

• Fresh new growth emerges, dense and glossy.

• Silvery undersides catch the light, adding brightness.

Summer:

• Foliage forms a thick screen, ideal for privacy and shelter.

• Strong, reliable growth even in exposed or coastal positions.

Autumn:

• Clusters of small, fragrant white flowers appear, loved by pollinators.

• Provides late-season interest when many shrubs have finished flowering.

Winter:

• Retains dense evergreen foliage, offering reliable cover and structure.

• Wind- and salt-tolerant, performing well in exposed gardens.

Structure & Form

Height & Spread: 2–3 m tall, spreading to 2 m.
Form: Dense, upright evergreen shrub, compact and neat.
Foliage: Glossy dark green with silvery undersides.
Flowers: Small, creamy-white, highly fragrant blooms in autumn.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Hedging & Screening: Dense, evergreen foliage makes an excellent living wall.

• Coastal Gardens: Tolerant of salt-laden winds.

• Low-Maintenance Borders: Evergreen structure with seasonal interest.

• Wildlife-Friendly Gardens: Fragrant autumn flowers attract pollinators.

• Shelterbelts: Provides wind protection in exposed locations.

Growing Conditions & Care

Position: Full sun to partial shade; tolerates exposed and coastal sites.
Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to most soils.
Maintenance: Low-maintenance – trim annually to maintain size and shape.
Hardiness: Fully hardy (H5) in the UK.

Why Choose Elaeagnus × ebbingei ‘Compacta’?

Hardy, adaptable, and beautifully evergreen, Elaeagnus × ebbingei ‘Compacta’ is an excellent choice for hedges, screens, or stand-alone planting. With glossy foliage, fragrant autumn flowers, and exceptional resilience to wind and salt, it delivers both beauty and practicality throughout the year.

Elaeagnus x Ebbingei Compacta 5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Fast Growing White Evergreen

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.