Call us: 0800 843 752Free shipping for orders $150 or over
Gift Vouchers

escallonia bush

Escallonia bush is a popular, hardy evergreen shrub prized across New Zealand gardens for its glossy green foliage and abundant, long-lasting flowers. Known for its resilience and versatility, the escallonia bush thrives in a range of conditions, making it an excellent choice for both coastal and inland gardens. Whether you want to build a protective hedge, add vibrant colour to a border, or attract pollinators with clusters of scented blooms, escallonia bush is a top pick for Kiwi gardeners seeking easy-care beauty.

Escallonia 'White Knight' white flowers above lush, green foliage.

Escallonia 'White Knight'

Escallonia 'White Knight' is an attractive evergreen shrub admired for its glossy foliage and abundant white flowers. This hardy variety produces a long lasting floral display that brightens the garden while attracting pollinators.

From $16.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
Escallonia 'Red Knight' growing as a border around the base of a tree.

Escallonia 'Red Knight'

Escallonia 'Red Knight' is a vibrant evergreen shrub prized for its masses of rich red flowers and dense glossy foliage. This hardy variety produces an impressive flowering display over a long season, adding bold colour and attracting pollinators to the garden.

From $16.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern
escallonia-iveyi--1
Escallonia 'Iveyi'

Escallonia 'Iveyi' is a popular evergreen shrub renowned for its masses of pure white flowers, glossy foliage, and vigorous growth habit. Flowering...

From$16.95
A large Escallonia 'Apple Blossom' shrub in a garden with soft-pink flowers and lush, green foliage.
Escallonia 'Apple Blossom'

Escallonia 'Apple Blossom' is a charming evergreen shrub prized for its masses of soft pink flowers that resemble the delicate colours of apple...

From$16.95
An informal Escallonia 'Pink Elle' hedge growing alongside a fence.
Escallonia 'Pink Elle'

Escallonia 'Pink Elle' is a compact variety of Escallonia, prized for its attractive foliage and small, fragrant flowers. Glossy, green leaves give...

From$99.95
Escallonia 'Snowbud' lush green foliage with masses of white flowers.
Escallonia 'Snowbud'

Escallonia 'Snowbud' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its glossy green foliage and masses of pure white flowers. This attractive variety...

From$16.95
escallonia-gold-brian--3
Escallonia 'Gold Brian'

Escallonia 'Gold Brian' is a colourful evergreen shrub valued for its attractive golden foliage and contrasting pink flowers. The bright foliage...

From$16.95
Dodonaea viscosa small tree with green foliage.
Dodonaea viscosa (Green Ake Ake)

Dodonaea viscosa, commonly known as the Green Ake Ake, features lush, bright green leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is...

From$13.95
baccharis-pilularis-1
Baccharis pilularis (Coyote Brush)

Baccharis pilularis, commonly known as Coyote Bush, is a hardy evergreen shrub native to coastal regions. It forms a dense, mound-like habit with...

From$24.15
Dodonaea viscosa purpurea shrub with colourful, purple foliage growing an an informal hedge.
Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)

Dodonaea viscosa purpurea, commonly known as Purple Ake Ake, features lush, purple leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is...

From$13.95
A fabulous Convolvulus cneorum plant with grey foliage and masses of white flowers.
Convolvulus cneorum

Convolvulus cneorum Silver Bush is a striking compact shrub valued for its silvery foliage and masses of bright white funnel shaped flowers. This sun...

From$20.63
teucrium-fruticans-
Teucrium fruticans (Bush Germander)

Teucrium fruticans (Bush Germander) is a hardy evergreen shrub admired for its attractive silvery foliage and soft blue flowers that appear through...

From$18.95
Buddleia fallowiana 'Lochinch' purple flower cluster amidst lush grey foliage.
Buddleia 'Lochinch'

Buddleia ‘Lochinch’ (Butterfly Bush) is a fast growing deciduous shrub admired for its long sprays of soft lavender blue flowers and silvery green...

From$26.15
Clerodendrum ugandense (Blue Butterfly Bush) blue flowers.
Clerodendrum ugandense (Butterfly Bush)

Clerodendrum ugandense, commonly known as the Blue Butterfly Bush, is an open, sprawling evergreen shrub favoured for its lovely masses of blue...

From$37.19
Escallonia 'Field Scarlet'

Escallonia 'Field Scarlet' is a vigorous evergreen shrub renowned for its masses of bright scarlet red flowers and dense glossy foliage. This...

OUT OF STOCK
Escallonia 'Newport Dwarf' low-growing shrubs with green foliage and pink flowers in a border garden.
Escallonia 'Newport Dwarf'

Escallonia 'Newport Dwarf' (Dwarf Escallonia) is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its neat growth habit, glossy foliage, and masses of pink...

OUT OF STOCK
Escallonia 'Red Elf' red flowers and glossy, green foliage.
Escallonia 'Red Elf'

Escallonia 'Red Elf' is a compact evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant red flowers and neat rounded growth habit. This attractive variety...

OUT OF STOCK
Escallonia 'Fielders White' shrub with masses of white flowers and lush green foliage.
Escallonia 'Fielders White'

Escallonia 'Fielders White' is a popular evergreen shrub admired for its masses of pure white flowers and dense glossy foliage. This hardy variety...

OUT OF STOCK
escallonia-white-profusion-
Escallonia 'White Profusion'

Escallonia 'White Profusion' is a vigorous evergreen shrub celebrated for its masses of pure white flowers and dense glossy foliage. This hardy...

OUT OF STOCK
Escallonia rubra macrantha hedge.
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...

OUT OF STOCK
A dense Escallonia 'Red Dream' shrub with lush green foliage.
Escallonia 'Red Dream'

Escallonia 'Red Dream' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its masses of rich red flowers and dense glossy foliage. This attractive variety...

OUT OF STOCK
escallonia-alice-
Escallonia 'Alice'

Escallonia 'Alice' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its glossy foliage and masses of soft pink flowers. This hardy variety provides a long...

OUT OF STOCK
escallonia-crimson-spire-
Escallonia 'Crimson Spire'

Escallonia 'Crimson Spire' is an elegant evergreen shrub valued for its narrow upright growth habit and masses of rich crimson red flowers. This...

OUT OF STOCK
Escallonia 'Pink Pyramid' pink flowers with lush, green foliage.
Escallonia 'Pink Pyramid'

Escallonia 'Pink Pyramid' is an attractive evergreen shrub valued for its soft pink flowers and naturally upright growth habit. This elegant variety...

OUT OF STOCK
An Escallonia bifida shrub with lush, dark green foliage and white flowers.
Escallonia bifida

Escallonia bifida is renowned for both its attractive foliage and quaint flowers. Glossy, green foliage gives way to clusters of lightly scented...

OUT OF STOCK
Escallonia 'Pink Pixie'

Escallonia 'Pink Pixie' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its masses of bright pink flowers and naturally tidy growth habit. This charming...

OUT OF STOCK
calocephalus-brownii-
Calocephalus brownii (Cushion Bush)

Commonly known as the Cushion Bush, Calocephalus brownii is an impressive Australian native grown for its colourful stems and great form. It produces...

OUT OF STOCK
Ceratopetalum Shiraz shrub with masses of red flowers.
Ceratopetalum Shiraz (Festival Bush)

Ceratopetalum Shiraz, commonly known as the Australian Christmas Bush, features masses of red-pink, star shaped flowers open during spring. The fine...

OUT OF STOCK
Potentilla Raspberry Delight plant with fine green foliage and elegant pink flowers.
Potentilla Raspberry Delight (Bush Cinquefoil)

Potentilla 'Raspberry Delight' is a compact deciduous shrub admired for its vibrant raspberry pink flowers and exceptionally long flowering season...

OUT OF STOCK
phylica-plumosa-
Phylica plumosa (Flannel Bush)

Phylica plumosa (Feather Flower) is an unusual and highly decorative evergreen shrub prized for its soft, feathery foliage and attractive flower...

OUT OF STOCK
adenanthos-silver-streak-
Adenanthos Silver Streak (Woolly Bush)

Adenanthos Silver Streak, commonly known as Woolly Bush, is a shrub grown for its interesting foliage. The needle-like foliage is held densely and is...

OUT OF STOCK
Calliandra 'Pink Poodle' pink and white flowers.
Calliandra Pink Poodle (Pink Powder Puff Bush)

Calliandra Pink Poodle, commonly known as the Powder Puff Bush, is a shrub grown for its interesting flowers and lush foliage. It produces masses of...

OUT OF STOCK
Escallonia 'White Knight'

Did you find what you are looking for?

You might be interested in exploring related Latin Names - Baccharis, Dodonaea, and Escallonia, or related Categories - Evergreen Shrubs.

Search escallonia bush

Why Choose an Escallonia Bush for Your Garden?

If you’re looking for a shrub that offers year-round structure, fast growth, and clusters of colourful flowers, the escallonia bush is ideal. It copes well with New Zealand’s variable climate, including coastal winds and salt spray, which makes it especially valuable for coastal shelterbelts and screens. The dense evergreen foliage not only creates privacy but also provides a wonderful backdrop for its flowers, which can appear from late spring through summer and sometimes even into autumn. Escallonia bush is also generally untroubled by pests or diseases, making it a reliable, low-maintenance option.

Espallonia Bush Varieties

The escallonia family includes a wide range of cultivars to suit any taste or garden design. If you’re after fiery-red blooms, Escallonia 'Field Scarlet' is a standout variety with striking, deep-green leaves and clusters of vivid red flowers. Escallonia 'Red Dream' is another spectacular cultivar, well-loved for its compact, shrubby habit and bright red floral displays. For gardeners who prefer a softer aesthetic, Escallonia Alice offers elegant pink flowers, while Escallonia 'White Knight' brings a touch of freshness with pure white blooms. Escallonia 'Red Knight' is also a favourite for its rich ruby flowers and dense foliage, perfect for robust hedging.

Uses for Escallonia Bush in Your Landscape

Escallonia bush is particularly valued for hedging and screening due to its rapid growth and year-round greenery. A well-clipped escallonia hedge creates a beautiful, flowering privacy screen that’s undaunted by wind or salt. These shrubs also make excellent foundation plants, adding structure to mixed borders or formal gardens. Dwarf and compact forms of escallonia are ideal for pots and smaller spaces, while larger varieties are excellent for boundary planting.

Tips for Growing and Maintaining Escallonia Bush

To help your escallonia bush thrive, plant it in full sun or part shade in well-drained soil. While escallonias are generally drought-tolerant once established, they benefit from regular watering during dry spells, especially during their first season. A light prune after flowering helps maintain a tidy shape and encourages healthy new growth. Feeding with a balanced shrub fertiliser in spring will keep your escallonia bush producing vigorous foliage and masses of flowers.

Find the Perfect Escallonia Bush for Your Garden

Whether you’re after a striking hedge or a flowering accent for your landscape, the escallonia bush has a variety to suit your needs. Explore favourites like Escallonia 'Field Scarlet', Escallonia 'Red Dream', Escallonia Alice, Escallonia 'White Knight', and Escallonia 'Red Knight' to find the perfect plant for your garden. With their unbeatable resilience and long-lasting colour, escallonia bushes are an investment in year-round beauty.

Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

Illustration of plant leaves.
Everyone knows classic varieties like Ficus benjamina and Corokia 'Geenty's Green', but you might just fall in love with Olive 'Manzanillo', Rosmarinus 'Pink Remembrance' (Pink Rosemary), and Acer 'Katsura'.
–The Plant Company

Explore Garden Inspiration

Sign up to receive a free $10 Voucher You won’t be bombarded with emails, just titbits of quality information from time to time Sign up
Free shipping on orders over $150!

Join our community of happy customers.

4.8

445 Google reviews