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Escallonia 'Newport Dwarf'

Dwarf Escallonia

Plant photo of: Escallonia 'Newport Dwarf'
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Description

Escallonia 'Newport Dwarf' is an evergreen shrub with glossy leaves. It grows up slowly to 2.5' tall and 4' wide, forming a neat dense mound. Deep pink to red flowers bloom in spring and fall. This shrub tolerates coastal climates and coastal winds but cannot stand highly alkaline soil. It needs watering at least once a week but more during hot summer months. Pinch tips to keep the shrub compact. It attracts birds and butterflies.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink, Red

Flower Season

Spring, Fall

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Seascape, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.