Red Escallonia is an evergreen hedge with glossy, dark-green leaves,̴Ì?complemented with bunches of stunning pink-red flowers from June̴Ì?- October.
Being a popular shrub amongst gardeners, the Escallonia rubra ‰ۡÌÝÌáMacrantha,‰ۡó» showcases vibrant colours and a distinct appearance. The plant produces masses of bell-shaped flowers, which can look amazing in any garden, and the evergreen attribute to the hedge provides you with stunning year-round interest in your space.
Please note- although Escallonia is initially classified as evergreen, some will lose a few leaves during very harsh winters.
The flowers are likely to last until the first frosts start coming in, making it popular for attracting bees, and is more than likely to brighten up your garden.
It is also averagely fast growing, sitting at a growth rate of 30/45cm per annum.
The Escallonia Red can withstand most soils and situations- it is particularly tolerant of coastal situations, however, and will not do well in shady or (very) cold positions.
General trimming of your Escallonia Red should always be done straight after the flowers have faded. We also recommend giving the plant a harder prune in early spring, about April/May time, as this will help the plant to grow back and thrive nicely.
When should I plant Red Escallonia hedging?
The best time to plant Red Escallonia is during autumn, when the weather has cooled down a little.
How far apart do you plant Escallonia?
The plant will develop and establish best when spaced around 30-40cm apart. This will provide a dense coverage and healthy, strong roots.
How to plant Red Escallonia:
Begin by digging a hole that is 2-3 times wider than the plant's root ball, but the same depth. Break up the excavated soil and mix in some soil mix, compost, or organic soil conditioner. Pour a thick layer of this at the bottom of the hole, and fork through a little.
Remove the plant from its pot and thread a cultivator along the clumped roots to disentangle them. Then, position the plant in the centre of the hole and spread out its roots. Add a stake if required.
Backfill with what is left of the soil, and press down lightly but firmly to secure the plant. Water abundantly, and continue to water regularly throughout the first year after planting.̴Ì?
Finally, place 2-3" mulch at the base of the plants to retain soil moisture and warmth throughout the seasons.
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Red Escallonia is an evergreen hedge with glossy, dark-green leaves,̴Ì?complemented with bunches of stunning pink-red flowers from June̴Ì?- October.
Being a popular shrub amongst gardeners, the Escallonia rubra ‰ۡÌÝÌáMacrantha,‰ۡó» showcases vibrant colours and a distinct appearance. The plant produces masses of bell-shaped flowers, which can look amazing in any garden, and the evergreen attribute to the hedge provides you with stunning year-round interest in your space.
Please note- although Escallonia is initially classified as evergreen, some will lose a few leaves during very harsh winters.
The flowers are likely to last until the first frosts start coming in, making it popular for attracting bees, and is more than likely to brighten up your garden.
It is also averagely fast growing, sitting at a growth rate of 30/45cm per annum.
The Escallonia Red can withstand most soils and situations- it is particularly tolerant of coastal situations, however, and will not do well in shady or (very) cold positions.
General trimming of your Escallonia Red should always be done straight after the flowers have faded. We also recommend giving the plant a harder prune in early spring, about April/May time, as this will help the plant to grow back and thrive nicely.
When should I plant Red Escallonia hedging?
The best time to plant Red Escallonia is during autumn, when the weather has cooled down a little.
How far apart do you plant Escallonia?
The plant will develop and establish best when spaced around 30-40cm apart. This will provide a dense coverage and healthy, strong roots.
How to plant Red Escallonia:
Begin by digging a hole that is 2-3 times wider than the plant's root ball, but the same depth. Break up the excavated soil and mix in some soil mix, compost, or organic soil conditioner. Pour a thick layer of this at the bottom of the hole, and fork through a little.
Remove the plant from its pot and thread a cultivator along the clumped roots to disentangle them. Then, position the plant in the centre of the hole and spread out its roots. Add a stake if required.
Backfill with what is left of the soil, and press down lightly but firmly to secure the plant. Water abundantly, and continue to water regularly throughout the first year after planting.̴Ì?
Finally, place 2-3" mulch at the base of the plants to retain soil moisture and warmth throughout the seasons.
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Field grown, bare roots are young plants that are only planted when they are dormant, from autumn to spring. We lift bare root plants and despatch them during the season but they can be pre-ordered in summer. As they are cheaper to grow, they are one of our most affordable hedge planting options.
Pot grown plants can be planted year round and make a convenient option. They come in a wide range of sizes, from 10cm to 2.5m so they're suitable for the majority of planting requirements.
Also field grown, root ball plants are scooped out of the ground using machinery to keep their root system intact and wrapped in bio-degradable, hessian sacks. They are mature plants that provide dense coverage very early on, ideal for when you need a thick hedge quickly.
Grown in troughs or bags that measure 50cm-1 metre in length and carefully clipped during the growing season. Our instant hegding troughs create a dramatic, instant hedge effect.
Our bare root discount deals include bundles of 50, 100, and 250 plants. The bigger the bundle, the higher the discount.
