Photinia Red Robin 35 Litre Pot 8/10cm Girth 180cm Standard

Photinia × fraseri ‘Red Robin’ – 25L Pot, 8/10cm Girth, 180cm Standard Tree

Photinia × fraseri ‘Red Robin’ is a striking evergreen tree grown here as a standard form, with a clear 180cm stem and a neat, rounded head of glossy foliage. Renowned for its brilliant red new shoots that mature to deep green, this hardy ornamental tree brings vibrant colour and reliable structure to gardens all year round. Perfect for patios, entrances, or feature planting, it offers the vibrancy of a shrub in the elegant form of a tree.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Brilliant red new leaves emerge, creating a vivid burst of colour.

• Summer: Mature foliage turns deep, glossy green and may produce clusters of small white flowers.

• Autumn: Occasional fresh red growth adds warmth as the season cools.

• Winter: Retains dense, evergreen foliage for structure and privacy.

Key Features

• Standard tree form – 180cm clear stem with a rounded, leafy crown for formal appeal.

• Colour-changing foliage – Striking red shoots mature to deep green.

• Evergreen – Year-round coverage, colour, and structure.

• Hardy and low-maintenance – Easy to grow and prune.

• Versatile – Ideal for borders, patios, or as a feature tree.

Perfect For

• Formal entrances – Planted in pairs to frame a doorway or path.

• Borders and lawns – Adds height, colour, and architectural shape.

• Containers – Perfect for patios or courtyards.

• Screening and privacy – Dense crown provides evergreen cover.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Best in full sun to partial shade; red foliage brightest in full sun.

• Soil: Prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Care: Prune in spring or late summer to maintain shape and encourage new red growth. Feed annually for best colour and vigour.

Looks Great With

• Topiary – Combine with Ilex crenata or Pittosporum for structured planting.

• Evergreen hedging – Works beautifully with Portuguese Laurel or Viburnum tinus.

• Flowering shrubs – Pair with Hydrangeas, Hebes, or Camellias.

• Grasses and perennials – Add movement and softness with Stipa or Lavender.

Photinia × fraseri ‘Red Robin’ Standard Tree (25L Pot, 8/10cm Girth, 180cm Stem) combines elegant form with bold colour. Its glossy evergreen foliage and vibrant red new growth provide year-round impact, making it a perfect choice for both formal and contemporary gardens.