Escallonia bifida

Escallonia bifida is renowned for both its attractive foliage and quaint flowers. Glossy, green foliage gives way to clusters of lightly scented, white flowers in spring and summer. It is an easily grown, evergreen shrub with a bushy habit and typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Escallonia bifida is commonly included in mixed plantings or trimmed into a hedge.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	14630

How to grow Escallonia bifida in NZ

To grow Escallonia bifida in NZ, plant it in full sun with well-drained soil in a sheltered or coastal spot. It tolerates wind, salt, and light frost, making it ideal for tough conditions. Water regularly while establishing, then only during dry spells. Minimal pruning is needed, and it produces white flowers in spring and summer. This hardy, evergreen shrub grows up to 4 m tall and makes a great hedge or feature plant.

Escallonia bifida care tips

Escallonia bifida is easy to care for. Plant it in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Water regularly while young, but once established, it’s drought tolerant. Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser to encourage growth and flowering. Prune lightly after flowering or as needed to maintain shape. It tolerates wind, salt spray, and light frost, making it ideal for coastal gardens or low-maintenance hedging.

Why buy Escallonia bifida from The Plant Company?

Escallonia bifida from The Plant Company is nursery-grown for strong performance in New Zealand gardens. You’ll receive healthy, well-rooted plants ready to thrive, with expert advice available to support planting and care. Our plants are quality assured, competitively priced, and delivered directly to your door with care, making it easy to create a vibrant, long-lasting hedge or screen.

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