Description Description Escallonia ‘Red Dream’ adds a vibrant burst of colour and elegance that will transform your garden into a picturesque oasis. This stunning evergreen shrub, native to South America, boasts a rich cultural heritage and has captured the hearts of gardeners worldwide with its striking beauty and versatility. Escallonia ‘Red Dream’ blooms with delicate flower showcasing shades of vibrant red that stand out against the glossy green foliage. Whether planted as a low hedge, up to 1m in height, specimen plant, or border accent, this versatile shrub adds a touch of drama and sophistication to any landscape. But Escallonia ‘Red Dream’ offers more than just visual appeal – it’s a practical choice for gardeners and landscapers seeking to create dynamic and low-maintenance outdoor spaces. With its preference for full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, it thrives in a variety of garden settings, from coastal landscapes to urban gardens. Its ability to tolerate salt spray and windy conditions makes it an excellent choice for seaside gardens and coastal regions. Designers harness the unique colour and texture of Escallonia ‘Red Dream’ to create stunning garden compositions. Its compact growth habit and vibrant blooms provide year-round interest, while its dense foliage is ideal for a front garden hedge to keep pets out. Landscapers use it to add visual impact and structure to commercial landscapes, public parks, and residential gardens, creating inviting and vibrant outdoor spaces. While Escallonia ‘Red Dream’ is prized primarily for its stunning red flowers, it also attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, adding a touch of wildlife-friendly charm to the garden. The flowers typically bloom from late spring to early summer, creating a vibrant display of colour and beauty. Elevate your garden with the timeless beauty of Escallonia ‘Red Dream’ – a plant that combines elegance, versatility, and resilience in one stunning package. With its rich cultural heritage, striking blooms, and low-maintenance nature, it’s sure to become a cherished centerpiece in your outdoor oasis. Dimension 1m high x 1m width Exposure Sheltered or exposed Drainage Well drained Hardiness Hardy down to -5C to -10C Aspect Full sun to partial shade Purchasing a plant When purchasing a plant it is essential to give it the best chance of survival or it can prove expensive. Put the roots in water until it no longer bubles. This means it is fully saturated, then place in the hole. Make sure it is 1cm or 2cm proud, this means less digging and it helps with drainage. Break up the soil around the hole to help the roots grow out.
