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.