Escallonia Macrantha
Escallonia rubra
Escallonia rubra is renowned for its vibrant colours and unique appearance. Small and glossy, green foliage serves as a stunning backdrop to the masses of pink, dark pink, and sometimes red flowers during spring and summer. It is an easily grown shrub with a bushy habit, typically reaching 2.5 m in height and width. Escallonia rubra is commonly included in mixed plantings, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, trimmed into a hedge, included in cottage gardens, or planted around outdoor living areas.
- Suited to regions:
Subtropical, Temperate - Plant type:
Shrubs - Height:
2.50 m - Spread:
2.50 m - Flowering time:
Spring, Summer - Tolerances:
Coastal, Hardy - Garden uses:
Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening - Garden styles:
Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
