Ebbing's silverberry and Japanese spindle are often considered for the same spot in the garden (hedge, screening, container). The data below shows where they differ: size, hardiness, care, toxicity and price.
Elaeagnus × ebbingei 2.5 m × 2.5 m after 10 years
A vigorous, dense evergreen shrub with leathery leaves that are glossy dark green above and silvery beneath, bearing tiny, barely visible but strongly…
Euonymus japonicus 2 m × 1.5 m after 10 years
An evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery leaves that takes clipping well, so it works as a low to medium hedge, a screen or a container plant, and…
Ebbing's silverberry grows faster than Japanese spindle.
Ebbing's silverberry tolerates drought better than Japanese spindle.
Ebbing's silverberry is non-toxic to children, Japanese spindle is not.
Japanese spindle is cheaper: about €12 at the size usually planted, against about €27 for Ebbing's silverberry.
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Feature
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Ebbing's silverberry
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Japanese spindle
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|---|---|---|
| Group | Hedge | Hedge |
| Size after 10 years | 2.5 m × 2.5 m | 2 m × 1.5 m |
| Ultimate size | 2.4–4 m × 2.4–4 m | 2.5–4.5 m × 1.5–2.5 m |
| Growth rate | Fast | Medium |
| Light | Full sun, Part shade, Shade | Full sun, Part shade, Shade |
| Soil | Average garden soil, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic | Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic |
| Hardiness | down to -18 °C (USDA 6, RHS H6) | down to -18 °C (USDA 6, RHS H6) |
| Foliage | Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flowering | September–November, white | May–July, green |
| Water need | Medium | Medium |
| Drought tolerance | High | Medium |
| Maintenance | Medium | Medium |
| Planting distance | 60 cm | 50 cm |
| For dogs | Non-toxic | Toxic (uncertain) |
| For cats | Non-toxic | Toxic (uncertain) |
| For children | Non-toxic | Mildly toxic |
| Typical price | approx. €27 | approx. €12 |
Prices are rounded, indicative values. Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor. Data updated: October 13, 2026
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