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Oleaster 'Limelight' Hedge (Elaeagnus x ebbingei 'Limelight')

The Elaeagnus Limelight is an attractive evergreen hedge plant with striking lime-green and yellow variegated foliage. It is well suited to partial shade, coastal gardens and exposed sites, making it a versatile choice for adding year-round colour and structure.

Medium Growth Rate
White Flowers
Evergreen
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Planting Conditions: Any normal or dry soil, partial shade to sunny, coastal (very good at the coast) and inland exposure. Avoid wet sites.
Growth Rate: Average | 20-40cm a year
Height: 1-4m high
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Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density
Oleaster 'Limelight' Pot Grown 2L 20/40cm	Regular price £11.50 Sale price £11.50 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre
Oleaster 'Limelight' Pot Grown 2L 40/60cm	Regular price £15.68 Sale price £15.68 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre
Oleaster Limelight Pot Grown 7.5L 40/60cm	Regular price £39.33 Sale price £39.33 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre

Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density
Oleaster 'Limelight' Pot Grown 2L 20/40cm (x50) Multi-deal	Regular price £517.50 Sale price £517.50 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre
Oleaster 'Limelight' Pot Grown 2L 40/60cm (x50) Multi-deal	Regular price £705.60 Sale price £705.60 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre
Oleaster Limelight Pot Grown 7.5L 40/60cm - 28 Plants	Regular price £991.12 Sale price £991.12 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre

Oleaster Limelight Hedge Plant Description

The Oleaster Limelight (Elaeagnus x ebbingei 'Limelight') is an evergreen hedging plant valued for its distinctive variegated foliage. Its glossy green leaves feature bright lime-yellow colouring, creating interest throughout the year.

It performs well in a range of conditions, including partial shade, sunny positions, coastal locations and exposed sites. Once established, it is tolerant of wind, salt spray and dry conditions. In autumn, small creamy-white flowers appear, adding a subtle fragrance to the garden.

Benefits

Vibrant year-round colour: The green and lime-yellow foliage brings brightness and contrast to garden boundaries throughout the seasons.

Hardy and resilient: Its tolerance of wind, salt spray and dry conditions makes it a practical option for exposed and coastal gardens.

Shade tolerant: It grows well in partial shade, making it useful for areas where many flowering or colourful hedge plants may struggle.

Wildlife friendly: Its fragrant autumn flowers can provide a valuable late-season source of nectar for pollinators, while the berries can provide food for birds.

Low maintenance: Once established, this hardy hedge generally needs only occasional pruning to maintain its preferred size and shape.

Growth Rate
Elaeagnus Ebbingei Limelight has an average growth rate of around 20–40cm per year, although growth can vary depending on soil, sunlight, moisture and general growing conditions.

Pruning Advice

Prune Oleaster Limelight in late winter or early spring to maintain a neat shape and encourage bushier growth.

Light trimming during the growing season can help control new growth and maintain the desired hedge size.

Avoid heavy pruning in autumn where possible, as this can remove the flowers that provide the plant's characteristic fragrance at that time of year.

Further Information

Planting distance depends on the type of hedge and the density you want to achieve. For bare root plants, 3 plants per metre can provide a suitable hedge, while 5 plants per metre gives a fuller result. Planting 7 plants per metre in a double staggered row can create a denser hedge more quickly.

For the best establishment, prepare the planting area well and keep newly planted hedging adequately watered, particularly during dry periods. Once established, Limelight is well suited to normal or dry soils but should not be planted in persistently wet conditions.

FAQs

Is Elaeagnus Limelight a good hedge plant?
Yes. Elaeagnus Limelight is a versatile evergreen hedging plant that works well for garden boundaries, screening and adding colour. Its tolerance of coastal conditions, wind and partial shade makes it suitable for a range of UK gardens.

Does Elaeagnus Limelight lose its leaves in winter?
No. Elaeagnus Limelight is an evergreen plant, so it retains its foliage throughout the year. This makes it useful when you want a garden boundary that provides consistent structure and screening during winter.

Can Elaeagnus Limelight be grown in containers?
Yes, it can be grown in containers when provided with a suitably large pot, good drainage and appropriate care. Container-grown plants generally require more regular watering than established plants growing in the ground.

How much sunlight does Elaeagnus Limelight need?
It can grow in both partial shade and sunny positions. A brighter position can help maintain strong foliage colour, while its shade tolerance makes it a useful option for less sunny parts of the garden.

Is Elaeagnus Limelight suitable for windy gardens?
Yes. Its hardy nature and tolerance of wind make it suitable for exposed locations. It is also particularly well suited to coastal gardens where plants may experience strong winds and salt spray.

Delivery & Returns

We offer free delivery within 50 miles of our nursery, making it convenient to have your Oleaster Limelight hedge plants delivered directly to your property within our local delivery area. Delivery outside the 50-mile area may also be available, depending on your location and order size.

If you are unsure whether your address falls within the delivery area, please contact us before placing your order.

All Elaeagnus Limelight plants are carefully prepared for safe transport and are covered by our 12 Month Guarantee On All Plants, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.

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