noun
- A South American shrub or small tree with evergreen leaves and small pink, red, or white flowers, widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Usage: Usually used in singular or plural form to refer to the plant or genus Escallonia.; Common in gardens and landscaping in temperate climates.
Examples
- The escallonia hedge provided a colorful border along the garden path.
- Escallonias are popular in coastal gardens because they tolerate salt spray.
- She planted several escallonia shrubs to create a natural screen between the properties.
- The pink flowers of the escallonia bloomed throughout the summer.
- Escallonias require well-drained soil and full sun to thrive.