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height | 5–16ft |
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width | 5–12ft |
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tolerates | Coast, Cold, Cool Summers, Drought, Fog, Salt |
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water needs |
Low – Moderate |
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water info |
Escallonias are drought tolerant, but they’ll want infrequent additional summer water at least every couple of weeks until established. They prefer well-drained soil, but they’re not picky. Established plants near the central and north coast can survive on rainfall alone. |
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hardy to |
10F |
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exposure | Part Sun – Full Sun |
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indoor outdoor |
Outdoor |
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drainage | In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Ground: Planting Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Potting Soil, Tolerates Sandy Soil |
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fertilizing | Acid 1/2 Strength |
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origin | Chile |
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california native |
No |
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sunset zones |
4–6, 14–17, 21–H1 |