Product description
Elaeagnus Ebbingei is a great landscape evergreen shrub, also known as Limelight Silverberry and is native to Japan. This shrub will grow into a thorny bush of 2 metres height making it perfect for hedging and screening purposes. It features variegated foliage that lasts all winter long, providing wildlife interest and glowing any dull corners of your garden.
Limelight Silverberry bears young leaves that will develop irregular patches of dark green, with golden and lime green margins. The leaves have silvery undersides and are commonly used for flower arrangements.
This Elaeagnus shrub blooms small white flowers in autumn, though insignificant in numbers, still manage to produce beautiful red berries in spring. Birds and pollinators love this plant, as it provides shelter, food and guard.
Limelight Silverberry thrives in full sun to partial shade, planted in a well-drained moist or neutral soil. Once the shrub will establish, it will become drought tolerant. Protect it from cold winter breeze and direct sun.
Its flowers carry fragrance that will attract bees. The variegated foliage finds its best use in bouquets. Since the bush is slightly spiny, it is suitable for planting as a hedge or flower border. Elaeagnus Limelight Silverberry is an excellent shrub providing winter interest.
Silverberry
Elaeagnus 'Limelight'
Elaeagnus 'Limelight'
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Product description
Elaeagnus Ebbingei is a great landscape evergreen shrub, also known as Limelight Silverberry and is native to Japan. This shrub will grow into a thorny bush of 2 metres height making it perfect for hedging and screening purposes. It features variegated foliage that lasts all winter long, providing wildlife interest and glowing any dull corners of your garden.
Limelight Silverberry bears young leaves that will develop irregular patches of dark green, with golden and lime green margins. The leaves have silvery undersides and are commonly used for flower arrangements.
This Elaeagnus shrub blooms small white flowers in autumn, though insignificant in numbers, still manage to produce beautiful red berries in spring. Birds and pollinators love this plant, as it provides shelter, food and guard.
Limelight Silverberry thrives in full sun to partial shade, planted in a well-drained moist or neutral soil. Once the shrub will establish, it will become drought tolerant. Protect it from cold winter breeze and direct sun.
Its flowers carry fragrance that will attract bees. The variegated foliage finds its best use in bouquets. Since the bush is slightly spiny, it is suitable for planting as a hedge or flower border. Elaeagnus Limelight Silverberry is an excellent shrub providing winter interest.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Prune Elaeagnus plants annually to maintain shape and encourage dense growth, especially if used as a hedge or screen.
How to Water
Water regularly during the first year to help establish roots, keeping the soil slightly moist but not waterlogged. Once established, Elaeagnus is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering.
How to Plant
Plant Elaeagnus in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball, set the plant in, and backfill with soil. Firm the soil gently and water thoroughly. Space multiple plants 90-150cm apart for proper growth.
