oleaster 'Compacta'

How to Grow and Care for oleaster 'Compacta'

oleaster 'Compacta' · Elaeagnus × submacrophylla 'Compacta'

Grow in well drained soil in full sun or partial shade, tolerant of dry soils and coastal winds, although may become chlorotic on shallow chalky soils. This variety is also good for containers and can be clipped into standard plants

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing oleaster 'Compacta'

oleaster 'Compacta'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in well drained soil in full sun or partial shade, tolerant of dry soils and coastal winds, although may become chlorotic on shallow chalky soils. This variety is also good for containers and can be clipped into standard plants

How to Water oleaster 'Compacta'?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for oleaster 'Compacta'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for oleaster 'Compacta'?

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What Soil Is Best for oleaster 'Compacta'?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for oleaster 'Compacta'?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize oleaster 'Compacta'?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune oleaster 'Compacta'?

Prune lightly as needed to remove unwanted shoots and keep the shrub in shape. Prune in mid- to late spring.

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How to Propagate oleaster 'Compacta'?

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings

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How to Transplant oleaster 'Compacta'?

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How to Care for oleaster 'Compacta' in Winter?

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How to Plant oleaster 'Compacta'?

Grow in well drained soil in full sun or partial shade, tolerant of dry soils and coastal winds, although may become chlorotic on shallow chalky soils. This variety is also good for containers and can be clipped into standard plants

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How to Repot oleaster 'Compacta'?

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How to Harvest oleaster 'Compacta'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus, coral spot or leaf spot (fungal) see leaf damage on woody plants

Pests

May be susceptible to eleagnus sucker but generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of oleaster 'Compacta'

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Attributes of oleaster 'Compacta'

Plant typeShrubs
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Elaeagnus × submacrophylla 'Compacta'
Genus
Elaeagnus
Family
Elaeagnaceae
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