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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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
May be susceptible to honey fungus, coral spot or leaf spot (fungal) see leaf damage on woody plants
May be susceptible to eleagnus sucker but generally pest-free
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