Elaeagnus ebbingei (Eleagnus / Silverberry)

Type of plant: Outdoor plant

Foliage type: Evergreen

Lifespan: Perennial

Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Water needs: Low to moderate (drought-tolerant once established)

Color: Glossy green foliage with silvery underside and small white fragrant flowers

Soil type: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil (pH 6.0–8.0)

Maintenance level: Low

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Description

Elaeagnus ebbingei is a hardy evergreen shrub valued for its attractive silvery-green foliage and strong adaptability. Its leaves often have a glossy green upper surface with a silvery underside, adding contrast and texture to gardens. It produces small, fragrant white flowers in autumn followed by decorative fruits. Perfectly suited to Cyprus’ climate, it thrives in heat, wind, and coastal conditions, showing excellent drought tolerance once established. It prefers sunny to partially shaded locations and well-drained soil, requiring minimal maintenance. Ideal for hedges, windbreaks, and low-maintenance gardens.