38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Elaeagnus x ebbingei
Ebbinge's Silverberry
$24
PB6.5
Mature height:
3 - 4 m
Mature width:
3 - 4 m
A remarkably tough, fast-growing evergreen shrub with a dense, upright, bushy habit. Features leathery, dark green leaves with a shimmering, metallic silvery-bronze underside that flashes beautifully in the wind. Produces small, intensely fragrant, creamy-white flowers in autumn.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Highly adaptable; thrives in poor, sandy, coastal, or clay soils.
Sunlight
Full sun to deep shade; incredibly versatile and wind-resistant.
Flower
Small, intensely fragrant, creamy-white flowers in autumn.
Care & Maintenance
Elaeagnus x ebbingei is an incredibly tough, versatile, and fast-growing evergreen shrub, perfect for hedging or windbreaks.
• Thrives in almost any soil and is very tolerant of wind and salt.
• Prune whenever necessary to keep the hedge tidy or to restrict size.
• Extremely hardy; handles severe cold, frost, and dry spells with ease.
• Excellent for providing privacy or a solid garden boundary.
Common Uses for
Elaeagnus x ebbingei
01
Coastal Privacy Shield
The absolute gold standard for protecting seaside properties from the harshest direct ocean gales.
02
Dense Formal Screen
Shears into a massive, thick, impenetrable, dark-green wall that provides total year-round privacy.
03
Windbreak Shelter Belt
Provides an essential, fast-growing, evergreen structural shelter for large rural properties.
04
Pollinator Haven
Fragrant autumn flowers are an essential, high-volume nectar source for bees when other food is scarce.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only