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Escallonia x exoniensis

Family Escalloniaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 1.8 - 6 m (6 - 20 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 4.5 m (8 - 15 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The broadleaf evergreen Escallonia x exoniensis (escallonia) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and white blossoms during mid summer. The glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture, aromatic and evergreen. Escallonia x exoniensis (escallonia) has smooth bark.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Escallonia x exoniensis tolerates drought and salt. This broadleaf evergreen attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Escallonia x exoniensis (escallonia) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.