Elaeagnus
Elaeagnus ebbingii compacta
Dense, evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery leaves. Silvery young leaves, become glossy green with downy undersides. Height and spread up to 3m. Will grow in shade, but thrives in full sun.
A good evergreen that makes a good hedge in coastal areas. Bears small brownish, almost insignificant, strongly scented flowers in late summer or early autumn.
Available as bushes 60 to 80cm tall.
