Elaeagnus ebbingei ‘Compacta’ Three-Quarter Standard
€210.00
Description
Elegant, evergreen, and wonderfully useful, Elaeagnus ebbingei ‘Compacta’ trained as a three-quarter standard with a 1.5m clear stem brings structure and softness in equal measure. With its neat rounded head of silvery-green foliage held above a clear stem, it creates an instant sense of shape and balance in the garden.
This is a lovely choice where you want year-round greenery without heaviness. The foliage catches the light beautifully, with soft silver tones that brighten surrounding planting, and in autumn it may also produce small, fragrant flowers tucked discreetly among the leaves.
As a standard form, it works especially well in more formal layouts, entrance planting, courtyards, or anywhere you want an evergreen focal point with a clean, architectural feel.
Why we love it
- Evergreen structure all year round
- Neat standard shape with a clear 1.5m stem
- Silvery-green foliage that lifts surrounding planting
- Great for entrances, courtyards, and formal spaces
- Tidy, compact habit that is easy to place
Best spot in the garden
Elaeagnus ebbingei ‘Compacta’ is very adaptable and grows well in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is a strong, reliable plant for Irish conditions and copes well with coastal air, wind, and exposed sites once established.
It is especially suited to:
- Entrance planting
- Courtyards and paved gardens
- Formal borders
- Framing doorways or pathways
- Large containers in sheltered spaces
What to expect
This form has a clear stem of approximately 1.5 metres, topped with a compact rounded head of evergreen foliage. It gives height and structure without taking up too much ground space, making it especially useful where planting space is tight but impact matters.
Its clipped shape can be maintained easily with light pruning, helping it stay neat, balanced, and architectural throughout the year.
Caragh’s Garden Notebook
Standard evergreens like this are brilliant for adding rhythm and structure to a garden. Use one as a focal point, or plant a pair to frame an entrance beautifully. The soft silver-green foliage works especially well with gravel, stone, clipped hedging, and looser underplanting beneath.
A lovely choice if you want…
- A smart evergreen focal point
- Structure without bulk
- A formal look with soft foliage tones
- A plant that works beautifully by doors, gates, or along pathways
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