Escallonia 'Newport Dwarf'
Dwarf Escallonia
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:
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.