Escallonia
Apple Blossom

R.H.S. Award of Garden Merit.
Evergreen shrub bearing pale pink flowers on rich green foliage throughout summer.
Height and Spread: 150cm(5 ft) in 10 years.
Position: Does well on most soils including chalk, especially in full sun. Good for hedges and windbreaks. Salt resistant.
Planting: Water thoroughly or stand container in water for an hour before planting. Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball. Back-fill with soil previously mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertilizer.
Plant care: Keep moist in first year. Trim to shape after flowering if necessary.