The leagnus ebbingei, also known as Eleagno, is a evergreen shrub characterized by coriaceous leaves of green colour with silver reflections on the lower page. It also stands out for its pleasant fragrance, especially during flowering. Its resistance and adaptability makes it a great choice for gardens and parks. It resists winter temperatures, drought, salsedines of coastal areas and pollution of large cities. Eleagno is ideal for creating hedges or for add an ornamental touch in landscape gardens.
leaves: the leaves of the eleagnus ebbingei are coriaceous, lanceolate and present a silvery color on the lower page, while the upper page is of green color. This attribute gives the plant a bright and attractive appearance.
flowering: during the autumn season, the Eleagno produces small perfumed flowers, usually white-cream. The delicate fragrance adds an additional decorative element to the Stop.
adaptability: this shrub is known for its robustness and the ability to resist winter temperatures, drought, salsedines of coastal areas and pollution of large cities.
use: the alagnus ebbingei is often used as hedges, thanks to its dense growth and to the tolerance to pruning. May be used as an isolated plant or in groups to create visual screens and wildlife shelters.
maintenance: this shrub generally requires little maintenance. Pruning can be performed to maintain a desired shape or to control its growth.
It is native to the eastern Asian regions, including cina and Japan. This evergreen shrub was introduced in Europe in the 18th century. Appreciated for its resistance and adaptability, Ieleagnus ebbingei gained popularity as an ornamental plant in temperate climates all over the world.