Escallonia ‘HEDGE WITH AN EDGE®’ Dark Pink

Common Name:
Hedge With An Edge Dark Pink Escallonia

Description:
Escallonia ‘HEDGE WITH AN EDGE®’ Dark Pink is a dense, evergreen shrub specifically selected for creating sharp, tidy hedges with vibrant seasonal colour. This hardy variety produces masses of rich dark pink, bell-shaped flowers from late spring through summer, set against glossy, deep green foliage that maintains year-round structure and appeal. Its naturally compact and bushy growth habit responds exceptionally well to clipping, making it ideal for formal hedging, screening, and boundary planting in Melbourne gardens. Thriving in full sun to part shade, it prefers well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering during establishment. Once established, it shows good tolerance to coastal conditions, wind, and light frost. With its combination of strong form, repeat flowering, and low maintenance needs, this escallonia is perfect for adding colour and definition to contemporary and traditional landscapes alike.

Form:
*Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:
Height: 1.5–2 m (can be maintained lower with pruning)
Width: 1–1.5 m

Aspect:
*Full Sun
*Part Shade

Flowering:
*Flowers in Spring
*Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:
Dark pink

Key Attributes:
*Suitable for Hedging
*Suitable for Pots
*Bee Attracting
*Perennial
Evergreen
Coastal tolerant
Wind tolerant
Low maintenance
Suitable for Formal Gardens

Toxicity:
Generally regarded as non-toxic to humans and pets.

Companion Plants:
Westringia
Buxus
Lavender
Rhaphiolepis
Gardenia

Plant Growers Australia (PGA) is an innovative wholesale production nursery based in Melbourne, renowned for superior quality garden plants and pioneering breeding programs.
PGA do not sell direct to the public, but their website has detailed information on this species that is available for everyone to access. 
Visit www.pga.com.au for further details and photos of this plant.