Elaeagnus x Vivileg 3.5 Litre Pot 35/40cm High

Elaeagnus x ‘Vivileg’ – Evergreen, Hardy Hedging with Rich Foliage & Year-Round Interest

Elaeagnus x ‘Vivileg’ is a stunning, hybrid evergreen shrub known for its striking silvery-green foliage and exceptional hardiness. This versatile hedging plant thrives in a variety of conditions, from exposed coastal sites to urban environments, making it an ideal choice for low-maintenance hedges, screens, and boundary plantings. With its dense growth habit and unique leaf colouration, Elaeagnus x ‘Vivileg’ offers year-round structure, privacy, and seasonal interest.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring: New growth emerges with a vibrant silvery hue, providing early-season brightness.
Summer: The foliage matures to a glossy, dark green with silvery underside, adding a distinctive shine.
Autumn: As the cooler months approach, the silvery and green contrast deepens, and the shrub retains a neat, compact form.
Winter: Evergreen leaves hold their colour throughout winter, offering shelter and a screen even in the harshest conditions.

Structure & Form

• Growth Habit: Upright and bushy with a naturally dense habit.

• Foliage: Glossy dark green on top with silvery-grey undersides that shimmer in the light, creating a unique two-tone effect.

• Flowers: Small, fragrant creamy-white flowers appear in late autumn, attracting pollinators and adding seasonal interest.

• Berries: Small, coppery fruits follow the blooms, attracting birds and providing additional wildlife interest.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Privacy Hedging: Forms a dense, compact hedge for year-round screening and shelter.

• Coastal & Exposed Sites: Extremely tolerant of salt and wind, making it perfect for coastal gardens or other exposed locations.

• Urban Gardens: With its resilience to pollution and tough growing conditions, it thrives in cities and urban environments.

• Wildlife-Friendly Spaces: Flowers and berries attract pollinators and birds, making it a beneficial addition to wildlife gardens.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.

• Soil: Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils, including clay, loam, and sandy soils.

• Hardiness: Very hardy, tolerating cold, wind, and coastal conditions.

• Maintenance: Low-maintenance; requires minimal pruning to maintain shape.

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.

Why Choose Elaeagnus x ‘Vivileg’?

• Evergreen Foliage: Provides year-round colour and structure, even in winter.

• Hardy & Resilient: Thrives in coastal, urban, and exposed conditions with minimal care.

• Low-Maintenance: Easy to care for, with minimal pruning needed.

• Wildlife-Friendly: Attracts birds with its flowers and fruit.

• Unique Foliage: Beautiful silvery-green leaves create a striking contrast in the garden.

Ideal Plant Combinations

• Pair with Griselinia littoralis or Buxus for contrasting texture in hedges.

• Combine with ornamental grasses for soft, natural garden borders.

• Underplant with lavender or groundcover plants for added seasonal colour.

Elaeagnus x ‘Vivileg’ is the perfect choice for gardeners seeking an attractive, hardy evergreen hedge that offers both beauty and practicality. Whether used for screening, windbreaks, or as a decorative feature, it provides dependable foliage, seasonal interest, and resilience in a wide variety of settings.

Elaeagnus x Vivileg 3.5 Litre Pot 35/40cm High 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.