Cherry laurel 'Novita' and Ebbing's silverberry are often considered for the same spot in the garden (hedge, screening, pollinator friendly). The data below shows where they differ: size, hardiness, care, toxicity and price.
Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita' 4.5 m × 3.5 m after 10 years
For a fast-growing screen that stays leafy all year, 'Novita' offers large, glossy leaves, but needs regular clipping and watering while establishing.…
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…
Cherry laurel 'Novita' is hardier: down to -20 °C, against -18 °C for Ebbing's silverberry.
Ebbing's silverberry tolerates drought better than Cherry laurel 'Novita'.
Ebbing's silverberry is non-toxic to dogs and cats, Cherry laurel 'Novita' is not.
Ebbing's silverberry is cheaper: about €8.90 at the size usually planted, against about €13 for Cherry laurel 'Novita'.
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Feature
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Cherry laurel 'Novita'
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Ebbing's silverberry
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| Group | Hedge | Hedge |
| Size after 10 years | 4.5 m × 3.5 m | 2.5 m × 2.5 m |
| Ultimate size | 4–5 m × 4–5 m | 2.4–4 m × 2.4–4 m |
| Growth rate | Fast | Fast |
| Light | Full sun, Part shade, Shade | Full sun, Part shade, Shade |
| Soil | Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Acidic | Average garden soil, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic |
| Hardiness | down to -20 °C (USDA 6, RHS H6) | down to -18 °C (USDA 6, RHS H6) |
| Foliage | Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flowering | April–May, white | September–November, white |
| Water need | Medium | Medium |
| Drought tolerance | Medium | High |
| Maintenance | Medium | Medium |
| Planting distance | 150 cm | 60 cm |
| For dogs | Toxic | Non-toxic |
| For cats | Toxic | Non-toxic |
| For children | Toxic (uncertain) | Non-toxic |
| Typical price | approx. €13 | approx. €8.90 |
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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