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Escallonia bifida
Easily grown hardy small tree with a bushy habit and glossy green leaves. The tree is covered in clusters of white flowers in spring and summer. Great for a fast growing hedge. Hardy to frost, wind, coastal sites. Tolerates dry.
Genus
Escallonia
Species
bifida
Cultivar
Common name
Escallonia
Family name
Grossulariaceae
Place of origin
South America
DETAILS
Height
4 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Trees
Category
Small 4.5 to 9 metres.
Availability
Please go to our current Monthly Stock List, to check if this plant is likely to be available.
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