Description

A vibrant favourite for South London front gardens and hedges, Photinia ‘Red Robin’ is best known for its fiery red new growth, which contrasts beautifully with its glossy green foliage. This tough evergreen shrub makes a striking feature or hedge, offering year-round structure and seasonal flair. Pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses, lavender, or evergreen companions like pittosporum or euonymus.

Plants supplied in a growers pot.

Key Features & Care:

• 
  
  Mature Height: 4–5m (can be kept lower with regular pruning)


• 
  
  Mature Spread: 2–4m


• 
  
  Flower Colour: Pale yellow-green (small and often overlooked)


• 
  
  Flowering Period: Spring


• 
  
  Foliage: Evergreen


• 
  
  Fragrant: No


• 
  
  Growth Rate: Fast-growing


• 
  
  Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, including coastal and urban areas


• 
  
  Position: Full sun to partial shade (best colour in sun)


• 
  
  Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


• 
  
  Soil PH: Acid to neutral


• 
  
  Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand


• 
  
  Wildlife Friendly: Provides dense shelter for birds and nesting

Perfect For:

• 
  
  Hedging and privacy screens


• 
  
  Urban gardens and driveways


• 
  
  Year-round evergreen interest


• 
  
  Low-maintenance mixed borders

How to Grow:

Plant in well-drained soil and water regularly during dry spells. Prune in spring or summer to maintain shape and encourage fresh red growth. Ideal for formal and informal planting alike.

Please note:

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