Escallonia Red Dream

Price £ 16.99

Short description

Dwarf evergreen shrub, with glossy dark-green leaves. Profuse red flowers midsummer to Autumn. Frost hardy. A low growing habit that makes it ideal for ground cover and lower hedges. A valuable food source for pollinating insects.

3 year hardy plant guarantee, so you can buy with confidence.

 

 

  • Quantity
Chislehurst
Newchurch
Petham
Welling
  •  Weekday Collection from 4 different locations
  •  Order by 5 pm for next day collection
  •  Family-owned since 1977
  •  Locally grown plants from our very own nurseries

Escallonia Red Dream

Thompson's
Price £ 16.99

Short description

Dwarf evergreen shrub, with glossy dark-green leaves. Profuse red flowers midsummer to Autumn. Frost hardy. A low growing habit that makes it ideal for ground cover and lower hedges. A valuable food source for pollinating insects.

3 year hardy plant guarantee, so you can buy with confidence.

 

 

  • Quantity
Chislehurst
Newchurch
Petham
Welling
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  •  Weekday Collection from 4 different locations
  •  Order by 5 pm for next day collection
  •  Family-owned since 1977
  •  Locally grown plants from our very own nurseries
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Escallonia Red Dream
Price £ 16.99

Dwarf evergreen shrub, with glossy dark-green leaves producing profuse red flowers Midsummer to Autumn. Frost hardy. Ideal for coastal areas. Ht:60cm Sp:1m Plant in full sun/partial shade in any soils. 3 Year hardy plant guarantee

Why Buy Me?

  • Compact and hardy
  • Drought tolerant
  • Lovely coloured flowers

Growing Conditions

Light: Prefers full sun to maximize flowering and maintain compact growth; tolerates light shade but may bloom less heavily.

Soil: Grows best in well-drained, moderately fertile soil; suitable for sandy, loamy, or slightly acidic conditions. Avoid poorly drained or heavy clay soils.

Exposure: Tolerates coastal conditions and salt-laden winds; performs well in sheltered to moderately exposed sites.

Drought Tolerance: Moderate to high once established; water during extended dry periods, especially during the first year.

Cultivation & Care

Planting Time: Best planted in spring or early autumn for optimal root establishment before extreme heat or cold.

Spacing: Space 60–90 cm (2–3 feet) apart; naturally low and spreading, making it ideal for compact spaces or groundcover.

Watering: Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature, but benefits from occasional deep watering in hot, dry weather.

Fertilization: Light feeding with a balanced fertilizer in spring can support growth; generally not nutrient-demanding.

Mulching: Apply organic mulch in spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds; keep mulch clear of stems.

Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth. Can be pruned more heavily in early spring if necessary.

Propagation: Propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

Seasonal Interest

Spring: Glossy, dark green evergreen foliage adds year-round structure; flower buds begin to develop.

Summer: Clusters of small, vibrant red to deep pink bell-shaped flowers bloom from early to late summer, providing long-lasting seasonal colour.

Autumn: May produce a light second flush of flowers in mild conditions; foliage remains evergreen.

Winter: Dense, glossy foliage offers winter interest and a neat, tidy form in the landscape.

Wildlife & Garden Use

Wildlife: A valuable nectar source for bees and butterflies throughout the flowering season.

Garden Use: Excellent for low hedging, groundcover, rock gardens, coastal landscapes, containers, and mixed borders. Especially effective in small gardens or mass plantings.

Companion Plants: Works well with sun-loving, drought-tolerant species like lavender, hebe, salvia, thyme, and ornamental grasses such as Stipa tenuissima.


     

 

 

  • EAN code
    9000000359
  • Brand
  • Aspect
    Full Sun
  • Flower Colour
    pink
  • Foliage Colour
    Dark Green
  • Width in ft
    3-4ft (90-120cm)
  • Height in ft
    1.5-2ft (45-60cm)
  • Pot size
    3 litre pot
  • Flowering Period
    June/September

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Total
£ 16.99