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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, white, bell-shaped flowers from late spring through summer, contrasting beautifully with its glossy green foliage. Growing to around 1.5 metres tall and wide, it’s ideal for hedging, borders, and coastal planting. Tolerant of wind, salt, and light frosts, 'Snowbud' is low maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and a reliable performer in a range of garden conditions.

Escallonia 'Snowbud' lush green foliage with masses of white flowers.
Escallonia 'Snowbud' in a pot with lush green foliage accompanied with masses of white flowers.
Escallonia 'Snowbud' in pots for sale at The Plant Company, featuring lush green foliage and white flowers.
The average plant height is 25 cm
$22.08

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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
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku11365

How to grow Escallonia 'Snowbud' in NZ

To grow Escallonia 'Snowbud' in New Zealand, plant it in full sun with well-drained soil. It thrives in coastal and exposed areas, tolerating wind, salt, and light frosts. Space plants about 1 to 1.5 metres apart for hedging. Water regularly during establishment, then only during dry spells. Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth. This hardy, low-maintenance shrub performs well in borders, mixed plantings, or as a tidy evergreen screen.

Escallonia 'Snowbud' Care Tips

Escallonia 'Snowbud' is easy to care for and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly while establishing, then reduce as it becomes drought tolerant. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage fresh growth. Feed annually in spring with a general-purpose fertiliser to support flowering and overall health. It tolerates coastal conditions, wind, and light frost, making it a reliable and attractive choice for low-maintenance New Zealand gardens.

Escallonia 'Snowbud' Height and Hedge Spacing

Escallonia 'Snowbud' typically grows to about 1.5 metres tall and wide, forming a dense, rounded shrub. For hedging purposes, space plants 50-60 cm apart to create a thick and even screen. Regular trimming after flowering helps maintain a tidy, compact hedge and encourages dense branching.

Why Buy Escallonia 'Snowbud' from The Plant Company?

Buying Escallonia 'Snowbud' 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.

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