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ESCALLONIA rubra var. macrantha
HEDGING TYPES
Pink flowers, with tough foliage, good in coastal exposure
Further Reading....
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EvergreenBroadly oval, dark-green, glossy leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Height3m (10ft) -
Spread3m (10ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if given some protection from direct sea-winds
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Tall ShrubVigorous shrub.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sunShelter from cold winds.
ESCALLONIA rubra var. macrantha
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Additional Features
Good to knowSimilar to 'Crimson Spire' but less erect in growth. Wildlife plant - insects
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originSouth America (Chile) -
Flower ShapePaniclesLoose panicles to 10cm (4in) longTubularTo 1.5cm (½in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windswept
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Serrulate(see photos above) -
Pruning group
Pruning group 6Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Scented PlantsScented foliageEmits a pleasant fragrance, especially after rain
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Wildlife
Bee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Escallonia - Care Guide
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Buy Varieties of ESCALLONIA rubra var. macrantha
HEDGING TYPES
'Crimson Spire'
red flowers, upright growth
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