Escallonia 'Newport Dwarf'

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Dwarf Escallonia

  
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

Escallonia 'Newport Dwarf' is an evergreen shrub with glossy leaves. Grows 2.5 ft. tall and 4 ft. wide, with deep pink to red flowers in summer. It can be grown in full sun but will need afternoon shade in hot inland valleys. It needs moderate water. It has a mounded habit and looks great in an Asian or woodland style garden.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink, Red

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Seascape, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Foundation, Patio, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Container, Filler

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies, Wildlife

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.