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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Escallonia rubra
Red Escallonia
Flower Colors
Description
A large, variable, evergreen shrub about 5m in height and spread, with dark green, glossy leaves. Small, tubular, dark crimson to pink flowers are produced in loose clusters in summer and early autumn
Mature Height
8m
Mature Spread
8m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
BushySpreading
Growth Speed
Very Fast · 1.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H6
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
CoastalCottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensFlower borders and bedsHedging and screensWall side borders
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1LP098010V0010Z00010 | €4.13 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.