Photinia Fraseri ‘Red Robin’ 100/125cm

Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’

Plant Fact File:

• Pot Size: 10 litres
• Current Height: 100-125 cm
• Current Spread: 30 cm
• Mature Height: Up to 4 meters
• Mature Spread: Up to 2.5 meters
• Season of Interest: Spring (new foliage), Late spring (blooms)
• Foliage Type: Evergreen
• Fragrant: No
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
• Hardiness: Generally hardy
• Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Soil Type: Well-draining soil

Description:

Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ is a popular evergreen shrub known for its striking red foliage, which appears as new growth in spring. With a 10-litre pot size and a current size of 100-125 cm in height and 30 cm in spread, this Photinia is a fantastic choice for adding vibrant color and structure to your garden or outdoor space.

At its current size, ‘Red Robin’ has a compact and upright growth habit. However, when fully mature, it typically reaches a height of up to 4 meters with a spread of up to 2.5 meters, creating a tall and densely branched shrub.

The standout feature of ‘Red Robin’ is its bright red new foliage, which adds a burst of color in spring. In late spring, it produces small clusters of creamy white flowers. As the season progresses, the red foliage gradually matures to glossy green, providing year-round visual interest.

Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’ is generally hardy and adaptable. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.

This evergreen shrub is an excellent choice for those looking to add color and structure to their garden or outdoor spaces. Its mature size and striking foliage make it a standout feature in landscaping designs.