Elaeagnus × ebbingei 'Gilt Edge' - Golden Variegated Elaeagnus

Elaeagnus × ebbingei ‘Gilt Edge’ – Golden Variegated Elaeagnus

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Description

Quick Facts

  • Common Name: Golden Variegated Elaeagnus
  • Botanical Name: Elaeagnus × ebbingei ‘Gilt Edge’
  • Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
  • Mature Height: 3-4 metres
  • Mature Spread: 3-4 metres
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Flowering Period: October-November
  • Flower Colour: Small, creamy-white, intensely fragrant
  • Foliage: Dark green with bright golden-yellow margins
  • Hardiness: Very hardy (RHS H5)
  • Soil Requirements: Any well-drained soil, tolerates poor conditions
  • Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Maintenance: Low maintenance, responds well to pruning

Description

If you’re searching for a plant that brings year-round drama, incredible resilience, and unexpected seasonal surprises, then Elaeagnus ‘Gilt Edge’ is about to become one of your garden’s most treasured performers. This magnificent evergreen shrub is like having a golden beacon in your landscape – one that shines brightest during the darker months when we need it most.
Each glossy, oval leaf is artfully painted with a broad margin of brilliant golden-yellow that seems to capture and hold sunlight, creating a luminous effect that transforms any corner of the garden into something truly special. The contrast between the rich, dark green centres and those gleaming golden edges is simply breathtaking, providing constant visual interest throughout every season.
But here’s where this beauty truly surprises – come autumn, when most plants are winding down, ‘Gilt Edge’ produces clusters of tiny, creamy-white flowers that release one of the most exquisite fragrances in the entire garden. The scent is sweet, honeyed, and utterly intoxicating, often catching visitors completely off-guard as they wonder where this heavenly perfume is coming from.
This is a plant that thrives on neglect and harsh conditions, making it perfect for challenging spots where other shrubs might struggle. Coastal gardens, windy locations, poor soils – ‘Gilt Edge’ takes it all in its stride while maintaining that stunning variegated foliage that looks as fresh in December as it does in June.

Caragh Garden Notebook

Planting: Incredibly adaptable to any well-drained soil, including chalk, clay, and sandy conditions. Tolerates coastal exposure and urban pollution exceptionally well. Plant in full sun for best golden colouration, though partial shade is perfectly acceptable.
Spacing: Allow 2-3 metres between plants for screening or hedging. As a specimen, give it room to develop its naturally graceful, arching habit – it’s worth the space!
Aftercare: Virtually maintenance-free once established. Extremely drought-tolerant and rarely troubled by pests or diseases. Can be pruned hard if needed – responds with vigorous, healthy growth. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape.
Companion Planting: Stunning backdrop for purple or blue flowers – try with lavender, ceanothus, or hardy geraniums. The golden variegation complements burgundy-leafed plants like Berberis beautifully. Plant spring bulbs beneath for seasonal colour.
British Climate Notes: Absolutely perfect for our maritime climate and thrives in coastal conditions. The autumn flowers are particularly welcome in our mild autumns, often continuing to bloom into early winter. Completely hardy and wind-resistant.
Design Tips: Excellent for creating year-round structure in mixed borders, perfect for screening unsightly views, and wonderful for adding light to darker corners. The autumn fragrance makes it ideal near seating areas or pathways.

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