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Red Escallonia Hedge (Escallonia rubra 'Macrantha')

Escallonia rubra macrantha, commonly known as Red Escallonia, is a popular evergreen hedging plant valued for its glossy dark green foliage and clusters of pink-red flowers. The flowers appear from June to October, adding seasonal colour while the evergreen leaves provide year-round structure and privacy.

Medium Growth Rate
Pink Flowers
Evergreen
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Planting Conditions: Suitable for normal, chalk and clay soils; performs well in full sun to partial shade and in inland, exposed or coastal locations.
Growth Rate: Average to moderately fast-growing, typically around 20–40cm per year.
Height: Can be maintained at approximately 1–2.5m with regular trimming.
Flowering: Pink-red flowers from June to October.
Foliage: Glossy, dark green and evergreen.
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Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density
Red Escallonia Pot Grown 5L 40/60cm	Regular price £15.68 Sale price £15.68 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre
Red Escallonia Pot Grown 2L 20/40cm	Regular price £7.25 Sale price £7.25 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre
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Red Escallonia Pot Grown 2L 20/40cm (x50) Multi-deal	Regular price £326.25 Sale price £326.25 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre
Red Escallonia Pot Grown 2L 40/60cm (x50) Multi-deal	Regular price £432.90 Sale price £432.90 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre
Red Escallonia Pot Grown 5L 40/60cm (x40) Multi-deal	Regular price £564.48 Sale price £564.48 Regular price Unit price per	5 per metre

Escallonia Rubra Macrantha Hedge Plants Description

Escallonia rubra macrantha, also known as Red Escallonia, is an attractive evergreen hedging plant that combines year-round green foliage with vibrant seasonal flowers. Its glossy, dark green leaves create a dense backdrop, while clusters of pink-red blooms add colour from summer into early autumn.

The reliable evergreen foliage makes Escallonia hedge plants a versatile choice for garden boundaries, screening and ornamental hedging. The flowers also add valuable seasonal interest, making this variety particularly appealing where you want a hedge that provides more than just structure.

Red Escallonia is well suited to gardens across the UK and can perform particularly well in coastal locations. Once established, it can form an attractive, informal or neatly maintained boundary, depending on how it is pruned.

Pruning Advice

Regular pruning helps keep an Escallonia hedge dense, tidy and well-shaped. The main hedge trim is best carried out after flowering, allowing you to control the size and encourage a neat framework for the following season.

If the hedge has become overgrown or needs rejuvenating, a harder prune can be carried out in early spring, usually around April or May.

Avoid removing more growth than necessary from older wood, as this can affect how quickly the plant recovers.

Further Information

When planting Escallonia hedge plants, the ideal spacing depends on the plant type, size and how quickly you want the hedge to become dense.

For bare root plants, around 3 plants per metre can provide a suitable starting density, while 5 plants per metre can create a fuller hedge more quickly. For a particularly dense result, 7 plants per metre in a double staggered row can be considered.

For cell-grown plants, around 4 plants per metre in a single row or approximately 6 plants per metre in a staggered row is recommended.

Smaller plants can generally be planted more closely together to help create a dense hedge as they establish.

Escallonia rubra macrantha is particularly useful where an evergreen hedge is needed in exposed or coastal gardens. When planted in a suitable position and maintained correctly, it provides both foliage and seasonal flowers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Escallonia rubra macrantha evergreen?
Yes. Escallonia rubra macrantha is an evergreen variety, retaining its glossy green foliage throughout the year when grown in suitable conditions.

How long does an Escallonia hedge take to establish?
The establishment time depends on the plant size, soil conditions, planting density and aftercare. Regular watering during the first growing season can help newly planted hedges establish successfully.

Can Escallonia be grown in a pot?
Escallonia can be grown in a large container, provided it has sufficient space for root development and good drainage. Container-grown plants generally require more regular watering than plants established in the ground.

Does Escallonia attract bees and other pollinators?
The flowers can provide a useful source of nectar for bees and other pollinating insects during the flowering period, making Escallonia a practical choice for gardens where seasonal wildlife interest is desired.

Can Escallonia be used as a privacy hedge?
Yes. Its evergreen foliage and ability to form a dense structure with regular pruning make Escallonia suitable for creating screening and privacy around gardens and boundaries. The final level of privacy will depend on the plant size, spacing and growing conditions.

Delivery & Returns

We offer free delivery within 50 miles of our nursery, making it easy to have your Red Escallonia hedge plants delivered directly to your property within our local delivery area.

Delivery outside the 50-mile area may be available depending on your location and order.

If you are unsure whether your address falls within the delivery area, please contact us before ordering.

All plants are carefully prepared for delivery and are covered by our 12 Month Guarantee On All Plants, subject to the applicable guarantee terms.

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