Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Compacta' Espalier

Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Compacta'

18L pot • Trained on a 90 × 50cm espalier frame

Plant Highlights: Dense evergreen foliage • Compact growth habit • Architectural espalier form • Fragrant autumn flowers • Excellent for screening and year-round structure

Overview

Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Compacta' is a compact, evergreen shrub valued for its dense, glossy foliage and naturally tidy habit. Carefully trained onto a 90 × 50cm espalier frame, it provides an instant architectural feature while offering reliable year-round screening and structure. The rich green leaves have distinctive silvery undersides that catch the light and add subtle contrast.

In autumn, small creamy-white flowers are produced amongst the foliage, filling the surrounding area with a sweet fragrance. If pollinated, these may be followed by small ornamental fruits in spring. Its excellent tolerance of clipping makes this an outstanding choice for formal gardens, patios and contemporary landscapes.

Why We Love It

• Dense evergreen foliage provides year-round privacy and structure.
• Professionally trained espalier creates an instant architectural feature.
• Fragrant autumn flowers add unexpected seasonal interest.
• Compact habit is easy to maintain with light pruning.
• Performs well in both borders and large containers.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Grow in full sun or partial shade. It performs well in sheltered or exposed positions and is well suited to coastal gardens.

Watering

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a healthy root system. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods, especially if grown in a container.

Soil

Plant in fertile, free-draining soil. It is adaptable to most soil types, including chalky and sandy soils, provided they are not persistently waterlogged.

Hardiness and Winter Care

Fully hardy throughout Ireland. A spring mulch will help retain moisture and support healthy growth during the growing season.

Support and Training

The plant is supplied professionally trained on a 90 × 50cm espalier frame. Tie in new shoots as required to maintain even coverage and preserve the formal shape.

Routine Care

Trim after periods of active growth to maintain the espalier form and encourage dense branching. Remove any shoots growing away from the framework or from below the trained structure.

Perfect For

• Formal gardens.
• Garden screening.
• Courtyard gardens.
• Patio containers.
• Contemporary planting schemes.
• Walls and fences.

Good to Know

The fragrant flowers are often hidden amongst the foliage, so their sweet perfume can come as a pleasant surprise in autumn. The supplied 90 × 50cm espalier frame provides an instant structured feature that is easily maintained with regular light pruning.

Product Information

• Botanical name: Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Compacta'
• Trained as an espalier.
• Espalier framework approximately 90 × 50cm.
• Supplied in an 18L nursery pot.