Escallonia alpina is a compact evergreen shrub native to the Andes mountains, known for its attractive foliage and clusters of pink to red flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Watering
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is between 10-25 °C. Can tolerate light frosts once established.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer in spring and again in mid-summer. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Ideal growing range is between 10-25 °C. Can tolerate light frosts once established.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer in spring and again in mid-summer. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1 m
Spread
1-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
