Product description
Escallonia are popularly grown for a prolonged flowering period, and Red Elf is just the right variety for your summer garden. It is an excellent shrub to add height and structure in any garden. It provides lush colours at the back of a border or when used for screening walls or fences. This compact and evergreen variety produce green foliage and crimson flowers that attract bees and butterflies.
In summer, Escallonia Red Elf will bear clusters of tubular red flowers that grow in abundance. These decorative flowers are backed up small ovate leaves that are very glossy and dark green in colour. The shrub is dense and bushy, reaching a height of 1.5 metres, suitable for topiary. The shiny leaves and bright flowers create a vibrant display of colours on a sunny day and make Red Elf very useful for stylish hedging.
If you consider the best position for Red Elf in your garden, that will definitely be a sunny location, although it will perform simply great in semi-shade as well. New plants need to be watered more often until their roots have developed stronger.
Plant it in any soil that is moist and well-drained. It can thrive in any PH type soil be it alkaline, acidic or neutral. Red Elf is an easy to grow border shrub that requires low pruning. Simply trim after flowering as required to maintain its shape and size.
Escallonia Red Elf is most suitable for screening or low hedging. One can grow it as a single garden specimen. It can tolerate salt-laden coastal wind and thrives in mild coastal areas.
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Escallonia 'Red Elf'
Escallonia 'Red Elf'
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Product description
Escallonia are popularly grown for a prolonged flowering period, and Red Elf is just the right variety for your summer garden. It is an excellent shrub to add height and structure in any garden. It provides lush colours at the back of a border or when used for screening walls or fences. This compact and evergreen variety produce green foliage and crimson flowers that attract bees and butterflies.
In summer, Escallonia Red Elf will bear clusters of tubular red flowers that grow in abundance. These decorative flowers are backed up small ovate leaves that are very glossy and dark green in colour. The shrub is dense and bushy, reaching a height of 1.5 metres, suitable for topiary. The shiny leaves and bright flowers create a vibrant display of colours on a sunny day and make Red Elf very useful for stylish hedging.
If you consider the best position for Red Elf in your garden, that will definitely be a sunny location, although it will perform simply great in semi-shade as well. New plants need to be watered more often until their roots have developed stronger.
Plant it in any soil that is moist and well-drained. It can thrive in any PH type soil be it alkaline, acidic or neutral. Red Elf is an easy to grow border shrub that requires low pruning. Simply trim after flowering as required to maintain its shape and size.
Escallonia Red Elf is most suitable for screening or low hedging. One can grow it as a single garden specimen. It can tolerate salt-laden coastal wind and thrives in mild coastal areas.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Escallonia thrives with regular pruning to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.
How to Water
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil stays moist but not waterlogged. Once established, Escallonia is fairly drought-tolerant.
How to Plant
Plant Escallonia in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in a sunny to partially shaded spot. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, place the plant, and backfill with soil. Water well after planting.
