Elaeagnus x Vivileg Ball 18 Litre Pot 50/60cm

Elaeagnus × ebbingei ‘Vivileg’ – Evergreen Topiary Ball

Elaeagnus × ebbingei ‘Vivileg’ is a robust evergreen shrub trained into a neat topiary ball, prized for its glossy, dark green leaves with silvery undersides. Stylish and hardy, it provides year-round structure and texture, making it perfect for entrances, patios, or as part of formal garden designs. Unlike box, it is tolerant of drought, pollution, and coastal conditions, offering a tough yet elegant alternative for evergreen topiary.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Fresh foliage growth creates a lush, dense sphere.

• Summer: Glossy leaves reflect light beautifully, with silver undersides adding texture.

• Autumn: Small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers appear, loved by pollinators.

• Winter: Retains dense evergreen foliage, ensuring year-round cover and structure.

Key Features

• Topiary ball form – Ready-shaped for instant architectural impact.

• Evergreen foliage – Glossy dark green with silvery undersides.

• Fragrant flowers – Small, creamy blooms in autumn add seasonal charm.

• Low maintenance – Requires only light clipping to keep its form.

• Hardy and versatile – Tolerates drought, wind, salt, and pollution.

Perfect For

• Entrances and patios – Ideal in pots or pairs for symmetry.

• Formal gardens – Adds structure alongside hedges or clipped shapes.

• Modern landscapes – Contrasts beautifully with gravel, stone, or minimalist designs.

• Coastal and urban sites – Thrives where other topiary may struggle.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Best in full sun or light shade.

• Soil: Adapts to most well-drained soils, including poor or sandy ground.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Care: Clip lightly once or twice a year to maintain shape. Water regularly if grown in containers.

Looks Great With

• Other topiary – Pair with Bay, Holly, or Ilex crenata balls for variety.

• Flowering shrubs – Camellias or Hydrangeas soften its formality.

• Grasses – Miscanthus or Festuca add contrast in modern schemes.

• Spring bulbs – Tulips or Crocus beneath pots add seasonal interest.

Elaeagnus × ebbingei ‘Vivileg’ Ball is a stylish, evergreen topiary that combines strength, elegance, and year-round appeal. With glossy foliage, fragrant flowers, and excellent resilience, it’s a versatile choice for entrances, patios, or formal garden designs.

Elaeagnus x Vivileg Ball 18 Litre Pot 50/60cm Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth 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.