Escallonia 'Frades' |
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Frades Compact Escallonia |
Description
The 'Fradesii' is an evergreen shrub that grows to 6'-8' tall and wide. It is valued for its glossy foliage and clusters of pink flowers. The heaviest bloom period is spring through fall, with some flowers all year. The Escallonias grow best in sun to part shade. It prefers regular watering and more during the summer. Prune in spring to keep it tidy. It makes a great privacy hedge.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, 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
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.