Oleaster ‘Gilt Edge’ (Elaeagnus × submacrophylla ‘Gilt Edge’)

Oleaster ‘Gilt Edge’ (Elaeagnus × submacrophylla ‘Gilt Edge’) is a shrub that can grow 3m – 8m tall and 3m – 8m wide.

This plant is commonly known as oleaster ‘Gilt Edge’.

This is a evergreen plant that takes 10-20 years to reach full maturity.

Plant profile

Common name: oleaster ‘Gilt Edge’
Scientific name: Elaeagnus × submacrophylla ‘Gilt Edge’
Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Height: 3m – 8m
Spread: 3m – 8m
Foliage: Evergreen
Sunlight: Full shade, Full Sun, Partial shade
Soil: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Moist but well drained, Well drained
Garden type: City & Courtyard Gardens, Coastal, Informal Garden
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding, Hedging & Screens, Low Maintenance
Other characteristics: Drought resistant, Plants for pollinators, RHS Award of Garden Merit

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