red escallonia
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A large, variable, evergreen shrub with dark, glossy leaves. Small, tubular, dark crimson to pink flowers are produced in loose clusters in summer and early autumn
Scientific classification
- Species
- red escallonia (Escallonia rubra)
- Genus
- Escallonia
- Family
- Escalloniaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 2.5-4 metres
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of red escallonia
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of red escallonia
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red escallonia care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningPrune lightly as needed to remove unwanted shoots and keep the shrub in shape. Prune in mid- to late spring.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in early summer, semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or hardwood cuttings from late autumn to winter
Growing
GrowingGrows best in well-drained soil in full sun with shelter from cold, drying winds; ideal for wall training
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to escallonia leaf spot and honey fungus
Pests
May be susceptible to scale insects
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