Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Maryline' – A Compact, Fragrant Evergreen Shrub for Year-Round Appeal
Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Maryline' is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its attractive silvery-green foliage, fragrant flowers, and low-maintenance nature. A perfect addition to both contemporary and traditional gardens, this versatile plant provides year-round interest with its striking appearance and sweet-scented blooms. Ideal for hedges, borders, and containers, 'Maryline' brings structure, fragrance, and texture to your landscape, while being tolerant of a variety of growing conditions.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring to Autumn: From late autumn to early spring, Elaeagnus 'Maryline' produces small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers. The sweet fragrance attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it a valuable asset for a wildlife-friendly garden.
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Summer: The plant’s silvery-green, glossy foliage remains vibrant throughout the warmer months, offering a lush, evergreen backdrop that pairs well with other plants in the landscape.
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Winter: As an evergreen, 'Maryline' continues to provide visual interest even during the colder months, with its elegant foliage standing out against the winter landscape.
Structure & Form
Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Maryline' reaches a height of around 2/2.5cm, giving it a compact, bushy growth habit. Its narrow, elongated leaves are silvery-green with a glossy texture, which creates a distinctive, striking appearance in any garden. 'Maryline' is dense and rounded in shape, making it an excellent choice for low hedges, borders, or foundation plantings.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Hedges & Screens: The compact nature and dense growth of 'Maryline' make it ideal for forming low hedges or privacy screens. Its evergreen foliage ensures it provides coverage year-round, adding both function and beauty.
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Foundation Plantings: This shrub works well in foundation plantings, offering a neat and attractive appearance with minimal maintenance. The silvery-green foliage complements a variety of architectural styles.
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Mixed Borders: Plant 'Maryline' in mixed borders for added texture and structure. It pairs beautifully with flowering plants and shrubs, offering year-round interest and fragrance.
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Containers & Small Gardens: Its compact size and dense growth make 'Maryline' perfect for container planting, allowing you to enjoy its attractive foliage and fragrant blooms in smaller spaces like patios, balconies, or small gardens.
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Wildlife Gardens: The fragrant flowers of Elaeagnus 'Maryline' are a draw for pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for gardens designed to support local wildlife.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Elaeagnus 'Maryline' thrives in full sun to partial shade. For optimal growth and flowering, plant it in a sunny spot, though it can tolerate some shade, particularly in hotter climates.
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Soil: 'Maryline' is adaptable to a wide range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, or slightly alkaline soils. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate periods of drought once established.
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Hardiness: This shrub is hardy, making it suitable for a range of climates. It is drought-tolerant once established and can withstand heat, making it a good option for more arid regions.
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Maintenance: 'Maryline' requires very little maintenance. A light pruning after flowering will help keep it looking tidy, but it does not need heavy trimming. Avoid over-pruning, as this can affect future blooms.
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Watering: While drought-tolerant once established, Elaeagnus 'Maryline' will benefit from regular watering during dry spells, especially in the first few years after planting. Ensure the soil is well-drained and not waterlogged.
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Winter Care: Being evergreen, 'Maryline' retains its foliage throughout the winter, providing structure and color in the colder months. Mulch around the base in colder climates to protect its roots from extreme frost.
Why Choose Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Maryline'?
Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Maryline' offers a unique blend of evergreen foliage, fragrant flowers, and a compact growth habit. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of garden applications, from hedges to containers, while its sweet-scented blooms attract pollinators. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, 'Maryline' is a fantastic choice for gardeners looking to add fragrance, structure, and year-round interest to their landscapes.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Evergreens: Pair with other evergreen shrubs such as Boxwood, Holly, or Yew for a consistent, year-round garden design.
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Flowering Shrubs: Combine with flowering plants like Roses, Hydrangeas, or Lavender to create dynamic contrasts in color and texture.
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Perennials: Add complementary perennials like Daylilies, Echinacea, or Salvia to enhance the planting scheme with additional seasonal interest.
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Grasses: Pair with ornamental grasses such as Miscanthus or Pennisetum to create movement and texture within the garden.
Conclusion
Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Maryline' is a low-maintenance, compact evergreen shrub that provides fragrant flowers, glossy foliage, and year-round visual interest. Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for hedges, borders, containers, or wildlife gardens. Whether you are looking to add fragrance to your landscape or need an attractive evergreen shrub that thrives in a variety of conditions, 'Maryline' offers exceptional beauty and function
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
