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ESCALLONIA rubra var. macrantha
HEDGING TYPES
Pink flowers, with tough foliage, good in coastal exposure
pot grown
individually £12.50 each , 10+ £11.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Similar to 'Crimson Spire' but less erect in growth. Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
South America (Chile) -
EvergreenBroadly oval, dark-green, glossy leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
PaniclesLoose panicles to 10cm (4in) long
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TubularTo 1.5cm (½in) long
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
3m (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 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) -
Scented foliageEmits a pleasant fragrance, especially after rain
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
3m (10ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a large shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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Pruning group
Pruning group 6
Suitable 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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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Shelter from cold winds.
Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Escallonia - Care Guide
