A new and distinct
cultivar of
Elaeagnus plant named ‘NCEX1’ is disclosed, characterized by
evergreen, showy silver foliage, fragrant flowers, and a rounded, compact
plant habit. ‘NCEX1’ is a triploid cytotype producing
seedless fruit, or infrequently fruit with a small amount of non-viable seed. Plants of the new
cultivar are thornless. The new
cultivar is an
Elaeagnus, normally used for outdoor ornamental purposes.