Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge

Name: Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
SKU: ELAEBBHED50L
Price: 600.00 AUD
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Title: 50L

50L

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50L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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About Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge

Elaeagnus ebbingei, commonly called Silverberry or Oleaster Hedge, is a striking evergreen shrub prized for its gleaming silvery-green, leathery leaves and subtly fragrant white flowers in autumn. Offered in a substantial 50L size, this plant establishes quickly, providing an effective and attractive privacy screen or windbreak.

With a mature height of 2–4 meters and width of 2–3 meters, Elaeagnus ebbingei forms a dense, bushy habit ideal for hedging or as a standout ornamental shrub. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, tolerates drought once established, and withstands a range of soil types including coastal sea spray conditions.

This low-maintenance shrub looks excellent in formal hedges or naturalistic garden settings, delivering year-round texture and seasonal floral interest. Moderate watering during its first year supports strong growth, after which it becomes a resilient, easy-care landscape asset.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: Height depends on pruning, but naturally 3m - 4m Approximately

Mature Width: 2m – 3m

Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge frost tolerant?

Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Flowering Information

Elaeagnus × ebbingei hedges produce small creamy-white tubular flowers in autumn. Although subtle, the blooms are intensely fragrant and sit tucked within the dense silver-flecked foliage, offering a delightful seasonal highlight before developing into bright orange-red berries.

Native Information

Is Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge an Australian Native? No

Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge is Native to A hybrid between Elaeagnus macrophylla and Elaeagnus pungens, both native to Japan and China, valued in cultivation worldwide for resilience and versatility.

Wildlife Value

Its strongly scented flowers attract bees and beneficial insects, while the colourful berries feed fruit-eating birds. The dense evergreen foliage also creates year-round cover and nesting habitat for small birds, making it an outstanding wildlife-friendly screening hedge.

Sunlight Information

Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Elaeagnus × ebbingei hedges perform best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerate slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. They can cope with poorer soils but may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged sites unless improved with organic matter to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the hedge matures to support vigorous growth and its hallmark drought resilience.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Ebbinge’s Silverberry Hedge

Genus: Elaeagnus

Botanical Species: ebbingei

Family: Elaeagnaceae

Botanical Name: Elaeagnus × ebbingei (Hedge form)

Landscape Uses

Screening or Privacy
Shrubs
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots
Underplanting
Edible Garden

Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge

Site Selection: While adaptable, well-draining soil is ideal. Can be planted in full sun to partial shade.
Soil Preparation: Thrives in moderately fertile soils. Consider enriching with compost if soil is lacking.
Hole Digging: For a hedge, dig a trench twice as wide and deep as the root ball.
Planting: Position the shrubs in the trench at intervals appropriate for your hedge density. Backfill with soil and water generously.

Hedging & Screening: Plant 1 m apart for compact, clipped hedging.

Feature Tree: Not used.

Avenue Planting Trees:Not used.

Caring for Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge

Watering: Water regularly initially. Once established, the hedge becomes drought-tolerant.
Mulching: A layer of organic mulch around the hedge base helps conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds.
Pruning: For a dense hedge, prune occasionally to maintain the desired shape and height

Enhancing Soil for Robust Growth and Silver Foliage

Ideal Drainage: Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

Well-Draining Soil: Helps prevent root diseases and supports vigorous growth.

If you have the following soil, here are some tips for you:

Sandy Soil: Good for its drainage; supplement with organic compost to improve nutrient content.
Clay Soil: Amend with organic matter and coarse sand to improve drainage and aeration.
Loamy Soil: Great if it remains well-drained; periodic enrichment with compost enhances leaf brightness.
Peaty Soil: Adjust with sand and compost to ensure drainage while maintaining slight acidity.

Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

Fast Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Drought Tolerance

As a young hedge it requires regular watering, but once established Elaeagnus × ebbingei develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry, coastal and windy conditions and maintains its thick, resilient hedge structure with minimal supplementary watering.

Flowering Information

Does Elaeagnus ebbingei Hedge flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Winter
Autumn

Flower Type:

Fragrant

Flower Colour:

White

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should the hedge be pruned for best results? Typically, once or twice a year, depending on the desired density and appearance.
Can the hedge withstand coastal conditions? Yes, Elaeagnus ebbingei is known for its salt spray tolerance, making it suitable for coastal plantings.

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