Photinia × Fraseri ‘Red Robin’ Parachute Bush – 90/110cm (35 Litre Pot) – Vivid Foliage & Architectural Form
Bring a burst of bold colour and structure to your garden with the Photinia Red Robin Parachute Bush. Standing at an established 90/110cm and grown in a generous 35-litre pot, this striking evergreen shrub features a unique “parachute” form — a clear stem topped with a broad, rounded canopy of vibrant foliage. Its glossy red new growth matures to deep green, providing year-round interest and vibrant seasonal contrast. Perfect for patios, entrances, and mixed borders, this Photinia variety delivers architectural elegance with minimal maintenance.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring: Fiery red new shoots emerge, creating a spectacular early-season display.
Summer: Foliage matures to a rich, glossy green while holding structural form.
Autumn: Maintains shape and colour with occasional flushes of red growth.
Winter: Evergreen canopy stays full and neat, providing consistent structure.
Key Features
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Foliage: Glossy, oval leaves with vivid red young growth turning lush green.
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Form: Distinctive “parachute” canopy – ideal as a focal point or paired in entrances.
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Growth Rate: Moderate; can be trimmed lightly to maintain desired shape.
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Flowers: Clusters of small white flowers in late spring, followed by red berries in autumn (on mature plants).
Ideal For
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Containers & Patios – Stunning in large planters for year-round impact.
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Entrances & Pathways – Use in pairs to frame doorways or gateposts.
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Mixed Borders – Adds height, colour contrast, and evergreen structure.
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Modern & Formal Gardens – Sleek, sculptural form suits both contemporary and traditional spaces.
Growing Conditions
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Position: Full sun to partial shade; best colour in full sun.
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Soil: Moist but well-drained soil; tolerant of a range of types.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy in most UK regions.
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Maintenance: Low; prune once or twice a year to shape.
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Watering: Water regularly during establishment, especially in pots.
Why Choose the Photinia Red Robin Parachute Bush?
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Unique architectural form with instant garden presence
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Eye-catching red foliage for dramatic seasonal contrast
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Evergreen and low-maintenance for year-round appeal
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Great for patios, entrances, and ornamental planting schemes
This Photinia Red Robin Parachute Bush is a bold, beautiful choice for adding year-round colour, structure, and form to any outdoor space. Whether used in containers or planted in beds, its showy foliage and tidy silhouette make it an effortless standout.
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.
