Highlights

Compact Evergreen Shrub – Maintains neat, dense foliage year-round and fits perfectly in borders or containers.
Striking Pink Flowers – Large, tubular blooms appear from early summer, attracting bees and butterflies.
Low Maintenance – Tolerates a range of soils and requires minimal pruning after flowering.
Ideal for Hedging & Borders – Rounded habit provides privacy, acts as a windbreak, and forms attractive garden boundaries.
Drought Tolerant Once Established – Thrives in full sun to partial shade and copes well with coastal conditions.

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Compact Shrub

Transform your garden with Escallonia laevis 'Pink Elle', a compact evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant pink flower clusters and easy-care nature.

Botanical Profile

Genus: Escallonia
Species: laevis
Variety: 'Pink Elle'
Mature Height & Spread: Approx. 80-100cm x 80-100cm
Foliage: Glossy, dark green, evergreen leaves provide year-round structure.

Why Choose 'Pink Elle'?

Breathtaking Blooms: From early summer, enjoy large clusters of tubular pink flowers that attract pollinators and brighten borders.
Versatile Form: Its rounded habit makes it ideal as a feature plant, low hedge, or container specimen.
Tough & Adaptable: Suitable for most well-drained soils and tolerant of coastal winds once established.

Growing Guide & Care

Planting Time: Best planted in spring or autumn when soil is moist but not waterlogged.
Location: Prefers full sun to partial shade; avoid deep shade for best flowering.
Soil: Grows well in neutral to slightly acidic soils; ensure good drainage.
Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season; drought tolerant once established.
Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring for vigorous growth and abundant blooms.

Design Tips & Companion Planting

'Pink Elle' pairs beautifully with lavender, hebes, and ornamental grasses for a textured border.
Create an informal hedge by planting at 60-80cm intervals along paths or garden boundaries.
Add to mixed shrub beds for continuous interest through the seasons.

FAQs

When is the best time to plant Escallonia 'Pink Elle'?
The best times are autumn or spring when the soil is moist and temperatures are mild.
How fast does this shrub grow?
'Pink Elle' is moderately fast-growing, typically reaching mature size in 3-5 years under ideal conditions.
What type of soil does it prefer?
This Escallonia thrives in well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soils. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas for best results.