Escallonia (compakta) plant

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of Escallonia plant characterized by its very compact mounding form, having a low height and spread greater than its height; distinct pink flowers; long blooming period; resistance to weather and disease; and slow growth and controlled habit.

Having described and illustrated my new variety of Escallonia plant, I claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of Escallonia plant, substantially as illustrated and described and characterized as to novelty by: a. the very compact mounding form of the plant having a low height and spread greater than its height;   b. the distinct pink color of the flowers;   c. the long blooming period;   d. its resistance to weather and disease;   e. its slow growth and controlled habit, making it a very suitable plant for restricted areas.