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Red Escallonia

Escallonia rubra, Escalloniaceae

Zones
7–10
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

WindbreakPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

KaramuCoprosma robusta
Wind Protection
Eastern BaccharisBaccharis halimifolia
Pollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

PukaGriselinia lucida

Both species compete for similar coastal growing conditions and resources

Uses

Functions

Coastal WindbreakHedgeLiving FenceBee HabitatYear-Round Screening

Common Questions

What zones does Red Escallonia grow in?

Red Escallonia grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Red Escallonia?

Good companions for Red Escallonia include Karamu, Eastern Baccharis.

Design guilds with Red Escallonia and see companion relationships visually.

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