Escallonia 'Red Elf'

Growing Escallonia 'Red Elf' in NZ

To grow Escallonia 'Red Elf' in New Zealand, plant it in full sun with well-drained soil. It thrives in coastal and exposed areas, tolerating wind, salt spray, and light frost. Space plants about 80 cm to 1 metre apart for borders or low hedging. Water regularly during the first season, then reduce watering as the plant becomes drought-tolerant. Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage bushy growth. It’s a hardy, low-maintenance shrub.

Escallonia 'Red Elf' Care Tips

Escallonia 'Red Elf' is easy to care for and thrives in full sun with free-draining soil. Water regularly while establishing, then only during extended dry spells. Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a neat, compact form and encourage dense growth. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support blooming and overall health. This hardy shrub tolerates wind, salt, and light frost, making it ideal for coastal and exposed NZ gardens. Minimal maintenance is needed once established.

Plant Size and Hedge Spacing

Escallonia 'Red Elf' typically grows to about 1 metre tall and 1 metre wide, forming a compact, rounded shrub. For low hedging or border plantings, space plants approximately 40 cm apart to ensure dense coverage and healthy airflow. Regular pruning after flowering will help maintain its tidy, bushy shape.

Why Buy Escallonia 'Red Elf' from The Plant Company

Buying Escallonia 'Red Elf' from The Plant Company ensures you receive a top-quality, NZ-grown plant suited to local conditions. Each shrub is carefully selected for strong growth and vibrant flowering. Ideal for hedges, borders, or coastal gardens, these hardy plants are delivered in excellent condition, accompanied by expert care advice. With fast, reliable NZ-wide delivery and competitive pricing, The Plant Company makes it easy to add this stunning, low-maintenance shrub to your landscape with confidence.