Pink Whisper Escallonia

Escallonia fradesi 'Jamie'

Escallonia ‘Pink Whisper’ September, 2011, on 40% ET0 with drip head for size comparison. Photo: SK Reid.

Summary

The plugs we originally received did not survive transplant, and we replanted completely in October 2011. We allowed the plants to settle in before beginning to take ratings in February.  Sadly, the second transplants were also very small, and were not vigorous enough to really take hold. 

Pest pressure was not an issue with this plant. Irrigation also did not seem to be limiting; the 40% irrigation level produced the highest survival rate, and the best overall appearance.  Given this, we would recommend a moderately low irrigation rate once established. However, in our field trial, it was just not vigorous enough to recommend itself, as the ratings clearly show.  It should also be noted that after transplant, the plants died back, and never regained their original size, which can be seen in the relative plant growth chart where all plants are below the blue “starting line”. Because of its very dwarf proportions, it should probably not be sold in less than a #1 container.

Growth and Quality Data

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