Photinia 'Red Robin' Bush – Vibrant, Evergreen Foliage with Striking Red New Growth for Year-Round Colour & Structure
The Photinia 'Red Robin' is an eye-catching evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant, red-tipped foliage and glossy dark green leaves. This versatile plant is perfect for creating colourful hedges, mixed borders, or as a standalone feature in any garden. With its stunning red growth in spring, lasting into summer, and its glossy evergreen leaves providing year-round appeal, Photinia 'Red Robin' brings dynamic colour, texture, and structure to both modern and traditional gardens.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring: New growth emerges with bold, bright red tips, creating a dramatic burst of colour that contrasts beautifully with the dark green leaves.
Summer: Foliage matures to a glossy dark green, maintaining a neat, compact form.
Autumn: The red foliage continues to provide vibrant colour, with the plant holding its structure through the season.
Winter: Evergreen, providing year-round interest and a fresh, glossy appearance in colder months.
Structure & Form
Height & Spread: Typically grows to 1.5–2m tall and wide, ideal for compact hedges or as a standalone feature.
Dense, Bushy Growth: Forms a thick, bushy shrub with compact branching and uniform growth.
Evergreen Foliage: Glossy dark green leaves provide structure and colour throughout all seasons.
Vibrant Red Growth: The striking red new growth is the highlight of the shrub, giving it a unique appeal in every season.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
Colourful Hedging & Privacy Screens – Creates a vibrant, dense hedge with year-round interest.
Mixed Borders & Plantings – Adds colour and texture when planted alongside flowering perennials or other evergreen shrubs.
Contemporary Gardens – Offers a modern look with its bright new growth and glossy leaves.
Traditional Gardens – Complements classic garden designs with its timeless appeal and compact form.
Urban & Coastal Gardens – Tolerates a variety of conditions, including coastal exposure and urban environments.
Growing Conditions & Care
Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade for the best colour development, although it is tolerant of shadier spots.
Soil: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soils but adapts well to a variety of soil types.
Hardiness: Fully hardy; withstands frost, wind, and a range of weather conditions.
Maintenance: Low-maintenance – requires only light pruning to maintain shape and size, especially after the spring flush of red growth.
Watering: Regular watering is essential until established; drought-tolerant once mature.
Why Choose Photinia 'Red Robin' Bush (9 Litre Pot)?
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Striking red new growth adds instant visual appeal and colour to your garden.
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Dense, evergreen foliage provides structure and privacy year-round.
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Fast-growing and low-maintenance, perfect for creating a colourful hedge or screen.
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Tolerates a range of conditions, making it ideal for both urban and rural gardens.
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Easy to shape and maintain, retaining its form without excessive pruning.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Lavender & Rosemary – Pair with fragrant, aromatic herbs for a stunning contrast in texture and scent.
Cotoneaster or Holly – Add depth and colour by pairing with other evergreen shrubs.
Roses & Perennials – Create a dynamic, layered planting scheme with seasonal colour and evergreen structure.
The Photinia 'Red Robin' is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to add vibrant, year-round colour to their garden. Whether used in hedging, borders, or as a striking standalone shrub, this hardy evergreen provides a fresh burst of red in spring and maintains its beauty through all seasons, making it a top choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners alike.
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.