Elaeagnus Compacta 3/4 Standard 35 Litre Pot 150cm Stem

Elaeagnus ‘Compacta’ (3/4 Standard, 35 Litre Pot) – Stylish Structure with Year-Round Interest

Elaeagnus ‘Compacta’ in a 3/4 standard form offers a smart, evergreen solution for adding height, privacy, and structure to gardens of any size. With its dense, silvery-green foliage and neatly clipped crown on a clear stem, this versatile shrub tree makes an elegant feature in formal gardens, patios, or entranceways. Its foliage has a subtle metallic sheen, providing year-round texture and light-reflecting quality even in shaded areas.

Exceptionally hardy and tolerant of coastal winds, urban pollution, and dry conditions once established, this Elaeagnus is a great choice for low-maintenance gardening. In autumn, it may produce small, sweetly scented flowers that add a touch of seasonal surprise.

Pair it with contrasting evergreen standards such as Photinia ‘Red Robin’ or Ligustrum japonicum for varied structure and colour, or underplant with low-growing perennials like Heuchera, Lavandula, or ornamental grasses for a layered effect.

Key Features:

• Foliage: Silvery-green, leathery leaves with a light-reflecting surface

• Ultimate Height: 2.5m
• Ultimate Spread: 1.5m

• Form: 3/4 standard with a clear stem and compact, rounded canopy

• Growth Habit: Dense, bushy, and easy to maintain

• Evergreen: Offers year-round interest and screening

Ideal For:

• Formal borders and driveway avenues

• Large containers for patios and entrances

• Coastal, urban, or dry gardens

• Evergreen structure and privacy in low-maintenance schemes

Growing Conditions:

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in most UK regions

• Maintenance: Trim lightly to maintain shape; very low maintenance overall

Why Choose Elaeagnus ‘Compacta’ (3/4 Standard)?

• Elegant evergreen structure with year-round interest
• Excellent resilience to tough conditions, including coastal winds
• Compact and manageable in both borders and containers
• Scented autumn flowers for added seasonal charm

Elaeagnus ‘Compacta’ 3/4 Standard brings reliable form, understated elegance, and hardy performance to garden designs, making it a standout choice for structure and year-round foliage.