ESCALLONIA rubra var. macrantha

Evergreen - broadly oval, dark-green, glossy leaves to 8cm (3in) long.

Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)

Height - 3-5m (10-16ft)

Spread - 3-5m (10-16ft)

Hedge - Ideal for hedging

Tall Shrub - vigorous shrub. Tubular flowers to 1.5cm (½in) long in loose panicles to 10cm (4in).

Hardy - average winter - Hardy 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 sun - shelter from cold winds.

Additional Features - Good to know - similar to Crimson Spire but less erect in growth. Wildlife plant - insects

Pests & Diseases - none

Place of origin - South America (Chile)

Garden Location/Conditions - Coastal / windswept

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Scented Plants - Scented foliage - emits a pleasant fragrance, especially after rain

Seasonal Interest - Autumn

Spring

Summer

Winter

Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil

Wildlife - Bee friendly

Rabbit Resistant