Description

Sleek, modern and effortlessly stylish – Photinia ‘Carré Rouge’ is a compact evergreen shrub that delivers year-round structure with a bold twist. Its new foliage emerges in a rich, deep red before maturing to glossy green, giving your garden a punch of colour even in winter. A fantastic choice for hedging, containers or mixed borders, especially in smaller South London gardens where space is at a premium.

Plants supplied in a 5LTR grower’s pot.

Key Features & Care:

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  Mature Height: 1.5–2m (can be kept lower with pruning)


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  Mature Spread: 1–1.5m


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  Flower Colour: Small white flowers (occasional in spring)


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  Flowering Period: Spring


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  Foliage: Evergreen


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  Fragrant: No


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  Growth Rate: Moderate


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  Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, tolerates coastal conditions


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  Position: Full sun to partial shade


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  Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


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  Soil PH: Acid, neutral


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  Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand


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  Wildlife Friendly: Provides shelter for birds

Perfect For:

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  Urban hedging and low-maintenance screens


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  Small gardens and patios


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  Evergreen structure with seasonal colour


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  Contemporary mixed planting

How to Grow:

Plant in free-draining soil in a sunny to part-shaded spot. Trim lightly in late spring or summer to keep it compact and encourage fresh red growth.

Please note: Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.