Elaeagnus Ebbingei Compacta Pleached 200cm Stem 120x120cm Frame Seconds x 2 Trees

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?

• Year-Round Privacy – Evergreen foliage keeps screens full and lush in every season.

• Compact Habit – Smaller leaves and slower growth for easy upkeep.

• Architectural Style – Clear stem with a trained square head for formal elegance.

• Hardy & Versatile – Thrives in sun or partial shade, in coastal or urban conditions.

• 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

• Line along a driveway for privacy without losing ground space.

• Use in formal gardens as living “green walls” or to divide areas.

• Perfect for urban courtyards where tall fencing would feel oppressive.

• 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.