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Elaeagnus × submacrophylla Limelight | Oleaster ( syn. Elaeagnus × ebbingei Limelight ) | 2L Pot
Elaeagnus × submacrophylla Limelight | Oleaster ( syn. Elaeagnus × ebbingei Limelight ) | 2L Pot

Elaeagnus × submacrophylla Limelight | Oleaster ( syn. Elaeagnus × ebbingei Limelight ) | 2L Pot

SKU: PL00002336
2 litre pot
£26.99
Available to order from spring
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Overview

Young green leaves mature to lime-green and yellow-splashed centres, while the creamy-white, autumn flowers fill the air with their fragrance. This versatile, variegated plant is ideal for illuminating dark areas of the shrub border or for growing as an informal hedge and the foliage is excellent for flower arranging. One of the toughest evergreen shrubs, it copes well with dry soil and salt-laden air.

Specifications

  • Position: full sun or partial shade
  • Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
  • Rate of growth: average
  • Flowering period: October to November
  • Hardiness: fully hardy

Eventual height & spread

Eventual height and spread

Care guide

To keep hedging specimens tidy in late summer cut back long or misplaced shoots using secateurs. Remove any plain green-leaved shoots as soon as they appear, cutting them back to the origin.

How your order will arrive

Pots and Packaging
Larger pots (2L and above) are wrapped in waxed paper and then attached to a cardboard base so they stay stable in the box. The waxed paper prevents the compost from spilling out and gives the base some added protection from damp compost. For large numbers of plants, pallets may be used for shipping.

Preparation
The nursery will ensure the plant is moist while it's waiting to be picked up. Our quality control team waters the plant before packing them where necessary to make sure that the plant is suitably watered for transport. Plants with long delicate stems are secured with canes to prevent damage.

Plant on Arrival
Typically plants are delivered ready to plant and will take some time to settle, grow and look more like the product image above.

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