Elaeagnus Macrophylla (Large-Leaved Oleaster) Balls
Elaeagnus Macrophylla (Large-Leaved Oleaster) Balls
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Elaeagnus Macrophylla Balls are beautifully clipped evergreen shrubs that bring structure, symmetry and year-round colour to formal and contemporary gardens. Their dense foliage features glossy dark green upper surfaces and striking silvery undersides, creating an attractive two-toned effect whenever the leaves move in the breeze. These rounded topiary plants are ideal for framing entrances, lining pathways, decorating patios or creating repeating features throughout landscaped garden beds.
Hardy and adaptable, Elaeagnus Macrophylla performs well in full sun or partial shade and tolerates coastal winds, dry conditions and a wide range of well-drained soils once established. Small, highly fragrant cream-white flowers appear during autumn and may be followed by decorative red fruit in spring. Regular clipping keeps the plants neat and rounded, making them an excellent investment for customers wanting durable, elegant topiary with reliable year-round appeal.
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Mature height
Usually maintained at approximately 0.8–1.5 metres high as a clipped ball. When left unpruned, the species can develop into a shrub approximately 2.5–4 metres tall or larger
Mature width
Usually maintained at approximately 0.8–1.5 metres wide as a clipped ball. Final dimensions are controlled through pruning
Spacing
Approximately 1–1.5 metres apart, adjusted according to the supplied ball diameter and the desired gap between plants
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy dark green foliage with silvery-grey undersides and young growth; cream-white flowers and red fruit
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Small, fragrant cream-white flowers during autumn, sometimes followed by red fruit in spring. Frequent topiary pruning may reduce flowering and fruit production
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade, although denser growth is generally achieved with good light.
Maintenance
Moderate. Water regularly during establishment and clip as required to preserve the rounded ball shape. Remove long or untidy shoots throughout the growing season.
Root System
Spreading, well-branched root system with nitrogen-fixing root nodules. Plant in free-draining soil and avoid permanently waterlogged positions.