Escallonia Snowbud

Snowbud Escallonia

The Snowbud Escallonia is a popular variety due to its attractive foliage and quaint flowers. Glossy, green leaves contrast beautifully with the clusters of pure white flowers in spring and summer. It typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide, though can be trimmed as necessary. Even with hard pruning it will regrow. Best performance with this plant is achieved when it is planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is hardy to moderate frost, wind, and coastal environments. The Snowbud Escallonia is commonly included in mixed plantings, trimmed into a hedge with plants spaced 50 cm apart, or planted around outdoor living areas. A mass planting produces a stunning display with this variety.

Escallonia Snowbud Hedge

An Escallonia Snowbud Hedge looks amazing when grown and managed correctly. Start by spacing the plants 40-50 cm apart. This is the optimum spacing for a dense hedge that will grow quickly. As the hedge start to grow opt for a little and often trimming regime. This helps to keep the plants bushy. The best Escallonia Snowbud hedge is achieved by trimming it in spring and again in autumn.