Escallonia Golden Ellen 3 Litre Pot

Escallonia ‘Golden Ellen’ – Radiant Evergreen with Summer Bloom

Escallonia ‘Golden Ellen’ is a compact, evergreen shrub admired for its vibrant golden-yellow foliage and clusters of deep pink, tubular flowers from early to late summer. Bright and easy to grow, it brings a cheerful splash of colour and structure to borders, hedges, or containers year-round.

Hardy, versatile, and beautifully ornamental, ‘Golden Ellen’ combines evergreen presence with long seasonal interest.

Why Grow Escallonia ‘Golden Ellen’?

1. Striking Golden Foliage
Glossy, bright yellow leaves provide year-round colour, adding warmth and contrast to garden plantings.

2. Cheerful Summer Flowers
Bears clusters of pink to rose-red blooms from June through late summer, attracting bees and butterflies.

3. Compact & Tidy Habit
Forms a dense, bushy shrub, ideal for low hedges, mixed borders, or container growing.

4. Hardy & Coastal-Tolerant
Performs well in sunny, exposed, or coastal gardens, tolerating wind and salt-laden air.

5. Low-Maintenance Evergreen
Requires minimal care, maintaining colour and form through all seasons.

How to Grow Escallonia ‘Golden Ellen’

Position:
Thrives in full sun, where foliage develops its richest golden tones.

Soil:
Prefers moist, well-drained soil, but tolerates poor or sandy ground once established.

Watering:
Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant when mature.

Pruning:
Lightly trim after flowering to shape and encourage fresh growth.

Growth Habit:
Evergreen shrub with compact, rounded form. Typically reaches 1–1.5 m high and 1.2 m wide.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy in most UK areas (H4–H5). Protect from severe frost in very cold regions.

Design Ideas

• Use as a low hedge or border shrub for evergreen structure and colour.

• Perfect for coastal or sunny gardens needing resilient plants with bright foliage.

• Combine with lavender, hebe, or ceanothus for vibrant Mediterranean-style planting.

• Excellent choice for containers on patios or terraces.

Final Thought

Escallonia ‘Golden Ellen’ combines radiant golden foliage, rich pink flowers, and evergreen resilience. Compact, colourful, and low-maintenance, it’s ideal for brightening borders, hedges, or containers, bringing structure and warmth to any garden year-round.vvvv

Escallonia Golden Ellen 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Pink Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.