Eleagnus Ebbingei Limelight Standard 150cm+

Elaeagnus x ebbingei ‘Limelight’ (Standard Form)

Plant Fact File:

• Current Height (Including Stem): 100 cm
• Head (Canopy) Size: 50 cm
• Mature Height (Including Stem): Up to 2.5 meters (Head Included)
• Mature Spread: Up to 2.5 meters (Head Included)
• Season of Interest: Year-round (evergreen)
• Foliage Type: Evergreen
• Fragrant: Yes (fragrant flowers)
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Hardiness: Generally hardy
• Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Soil Type: Well-draining soil

Description:

Elaeagnus x ebbingei ‘Limelight’ in standard form is a versatile and evergreen shrub known for its striking variegated foliage, fragrant flowers, and its trained, compact canopy. With a 100 cm stem and a 50 cm head (canopy), this Elaeagnus standard is an excellent choice for adding year-round beauty and structure to your garden or outdoor space.

The standard form means that the plant has been trained to have a defined stem with a compact, rounded canopy. At its current size, the stem reaches a height of 100 cm, and the head (canopy) has a diameter of 50 cm. When fully mature, the entire standard plant typically reaches a total height of up to 2.5 meters, including the stem and head, with a spread of up to 2.5 meters.

The standout feature of Elaeagnus x ebbingei ‘Limelight’ is its variegated foliage, which is characterized by silvery-green leaves with bright yellow margins. In late summer and early autumn, it produces small, fragrant flowers that add to its charm.

Elaeagnus x ebbingei ‘Limelight’ in standard form is generally hardy and adaptable. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

This standard form evergreen shrub is an excellent choice for those looking to add variegated foliage, beauty, and structure to their garden or outdoor spaces with a trained, compact canopy. Its mature size and fragrant flowers make it a standout feature in landscaping designs.