oleaster 'Compacta'

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Compacta' is a fast-growing, dense and compact variety with narrow dark glossy green leaves with a silvery sheen. Small, scented white flowers appear in the autumn

Scientific classification

Species: oleaster 'Compacta' (Elaeagnus × submacrophylla 'Compacta')
Genus: Elaeagnus
Family: Elaeagnaceae

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Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 1-1.5 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of oleaster 'Compacta'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of oleaster 'Compacta'

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oleaster 'Compacta' care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

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

Propagation

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings

Growing

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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