Pink Escallonia̴Ì?is a lovely evergreen hedge that boasts glossy, dark-green leaves, following on with bunches of bright flowers from June through to October.
About̴Ì?Pot Grown Escallonia Pink
We've dedicated time and care into growing your pot grown plant, so it arrives looking stunningly new and healthy.
The Escallonia ‰ۡÌÝÌáDonard Seedling‰ۡó» hedge plant is attractive with its pink-coloured, tubular-shaped flowers which look stunning contrasted against the small, deep-green foliage. It can provide a wonderful evergreen hedging screen, and the flowers are popular amongst the bees, bringing you some extra wildlife interest to your garden.
Please note- although Escallonia is initially classified as evergreen, some will lose a few leaves during very harsh winters.
The Escallonia Pink will give you beautiful year-round interest, and it is a perfect hedge plant for the coast due to its hardy nature. It is also ideal if you are just wanting to spice up your garden and add some brightness. It is averagely fast growing, sitting at a growth rate of 30-45cm per year.
Key Features
The Escallonia Pink can be planted in most soils and situations. It is especially tolerant of coastal situations; however, it is not shade tolerant or suitable to very cold locations.
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Growth height: Average (20-40cm per year)
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Ideal height: 2.5m+ Tall
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Soil type: Normal, chalk, clay
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Exposure: Inland, exposed, coastal
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Aspect: Semi-shade, full sun
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Evergreen foliage? Yes
Pruning & Care
As it is pot grown, you can easily leave the plant in its pot for a few days/weeks before planting it. Just ensure you keep the plant well-watered, and it gets enough sun. Don't leave it for too long, however, as you don't want the roots becoming root bound.
In terms of trimming/pruning your Escallonia ‰ۡÌÝÌáDonard Seedling,‰ۡó» ensure to do it immediately after the flowers fade. We also recommend a harder prune in the early Spring (April/May time), as it can greatly benefit the plant and help it to thrive in future years.
How To Plant Pot Grown Pink Escallonia
- Prepare the soil by mixing in some compost. Dig the hole- this will have to be about twice the width of the root system, but the same depth.
- Remove the plant from its pot by placing one hand on the base of the plant, and the other at the bottom of the pot. Wriggle the pot away gently.
- Untangle the roots a little as they may be clumped together.
- Place the plant into the hole, ensuring the base of the stem is level with the surface of the soil. Follow this with backfilling the hole with your soil mix, and patting down lightly to secure.
- When you're done, thoroughly water the plant. Ensure you regularly water throughout its first year, as the plant needs plenty to be able to settle down, recover, and establish.