Escallonia 'Compacta'
Also Known As
- Dwarf Escallonia
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Escallonia 'Compacta' plant details
Escallonia 'Compacta' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Escallonia 'Compacta'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: escalloniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 0 - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Escallonia 'Compacta'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Grows to 3' high with rose-red flowers.
By: Native Sons
Gardening facts about Escallonia 'Compacta' plant
How to Grow Escallonia 'Compacta'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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