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escallonia varieties

If you’re searching for escallonia varieties to brighten your New Zealand garden, you’re in for a treat. Escallonias are prized for their year-round glossy foliage and stunning displays of flowers in shades of pink, white, and crimson. These hardy evergreen shrubs thrive in coastal and windy sites, making them a favourite for New Zealand gardens. Whether you’re after a formal hedge, a low border, or simply something that attracts pollinators, there’s an escallonia variety to suit every need.

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

Escallonia 'White Knight'

Escallonia 'White Knight' is a compact, evergreen shrub admired in New Zealand gardens for its glossy green foliage and masses of pure white, bell-shaped flowers. Blooming from late spring through summer, it provides long-lasting colour and structure. Reaching around 1.2 to 1.5 metres tall and wide, it’s ideal for hedging, borders, and coastal planting. Hardy to wind, salt, and light frost, 'White Knight' is low maintenance and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil.

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

Escallonia 'Apple Blossom'

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Escallonia 'Apple Blossom' is a graceful, evergreen shrub featuring glossy green foliage and soft pink, bell-shaped flowers with pale centres. Blooming from late spring through summer, it brings delicate colour and year-round structure to New Zealand gardens. Growing to around 1.2 to 1.5 metres tall and wide, it’s perfect for hedging, borders, and coastal sites. Hardy and low maintenance, ‘Apple Blossom’ thrives in full sun, tolerates wind and salt, and responds well to light pruning.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Escallonia 'Red Elf' red flowers and glossy, green foliage.

Escallonia 'Red Elf'

Escallonia 'Red Elf' is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, green foliage and vibrant, red, bell-shaped flowers that bloom from late...

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Escallonia 'Red Knight' growing as a border around the base of a tree.

Escallonia 'Red Knight'

Escallonia 'Red Knight' is a hardy, evergreen shrub prized in New Zealand gardens for its rich green foliage and striking clusters of deep red...

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

Escallonia 'Snowbud'

Escallonia 'Snowbud' is a hardy, evergreen shrub that brings year-round structure and charm to New Zealand gardens. It produces masses of small...

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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...

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Escallonia 'Gold Brian'

Escallonia 'Gold Brian' is a beautiful plant known for its yellow-green leaves, which serve as a lovely backdrop to the clusters of small, rose-pink...

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Escallonia Iveyi

Escallonia Iveyi is renowned for both its attractive foliage and quaint flowers. Small and glossy, green leaves give way to clusters of lightly...

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Why Grow Escallonia Varieties?

Escallonia varieties are cherished not only for their ornamental appeal but also for their resilience. Adaptable to a wide range of soils, tolerant of salt-laden winds, and relatively pest-free, escallonias are reliable performers. They provide valuable shelter for wildlife, flower continuously from spring into summer, and require minimal maintenance once established. With so many different forms and colours, it’s easy to see why New Zealand gardeners love this shrub.

Popular Escallonia Varieties in New Zealand

New Zealand nurseries offer several escallonia varieties, each bringing unique characteristics to your garden design:

Escallonia 'Pink Elle'

A favourite for its compact form and lush panicles of bright pink blooms, Escallonia 'Pink Elle' is ideal for smaller gardens or as a container specimen. Its neat habit ensures it stays tidy, even with minimal pruning.

Escallonia Newport Dwarf

Looking for a low-growing hedge or border? Escallonia Newport Dwarf delivers dense, evergreen foliage and masses of pinkish-white flowers. Its dwarf habit makes it perfect for tight spaces or as a foreground in mixed plantings.

Escallonia White Profusion

If your garden palette leans towards crisp whites, Escallonia White Profusion is a must-have. This variety erupts with clouds of pure white, bee-friendly blooms, offering a striking contrast to darker evergreens or colourful perennials.

Escallonia Crimson Spire

For a dramatic splash of colour, Escallonia Crimson Spire delivers with deep red flowers clustered along upright stems. Its vigorous growth makes it excellent for screening or hedging where both privacy and beauty are a priority.

Escallonia 'Red Elf'

Compact and floriferous, Escallonia 'Red Elf' bursts into bloom with vibrant red flowers. Its smaller size is suited for edging paths, mass planting, or as a vivid accent in garden beds.

Tips for Growing Escallonia Varieties

To make the most of your escallonia varieties, plant them in well-drained soil with access to full or partial sun. Regular pruning will maintain their shape and encourage bushier growth. Mulching conserves moisture, and an occasional feed with a balanced fertiliser will keep plants healthy and floriferous.

Elevate Your Garden with Diverse Escallonia Varieties

With their robust nature, dazzling blooms, and versatility, escallonia varieties are a top pick for Kiwi gardeners. Whether you favour the elegance of Escallonia White Profusion or the vivid tones of Escallonia Crimson Spire, you’ll find an escallonia to enhance any garden style. Explore our full selection and enjoy year-round beauty with these outstanding shrubs.


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