Advantages: Hardy, evergreen, scented flowers in summer

Disadvantages: None

Escallonia macrantha wins this winter!!! It proved to be really a hardy shrub. I bought 6 of them last autumn from Plants Direct on eBay, which I have to recommend wide and far for its exceptional services and conduct.
Plants came packed securely, all staked and labelled ,with instructions on planting and after care.
I planted them in separate containers, as instructed and watered as needed. Until winter, when suddenly we got 5 inches of snow and -7 Celsius degrees frosts... I held my breath for quite long time to see how my newly planted shrubs are doing in truly harsh conditions... And guess what, not a blemish on the leaves (they're evergreens) , not a blister on twigs... I'm so happy my investments will have a good chance to flourish this summer. They all do just as good. Thanks to a good advisor from Plants Direct on eBay, I made a terrific choice purchasing the most suitable plant for the purpose of screening my "street side" windows. Escallonia macrantha super hardy shrub for many winters to come. I breathe easily now ...;)

Summary: Versatile plant, tolerating poor soil and most weather conditions, including harsh winter this year.

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