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Escallonia bifida

Also Known As

  • White Escallonia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Escallonia bifida plant details

Escallonia bifida is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Escallonia bifida

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: escalloniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, hedge, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Escallonia bifida

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Escallonia bifida plant

How to Grow Escallonia bifida

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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