Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin'
A roaring flame of red foliage
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin'
- Few foliage plants are quite so bold as photinias, and 'Little Red Robin' is no exception. Because while this plant may have the word little in its name, its impact is anything but...
- The evergreen leaves emerge in spring a brilliant red colour, before gradually developing into a dark green colour with age. The result? A fiery wall of visual oomph.
- Every spring, this photinia produces lovely, white flower panicles which contrast brilliantly with the striking foliage. These are a big hit with bees and butterflies, too!
- Also known as the Christmas berry, this dwarf variation of photinia 'Red Robin' is ideal for smaller gardens, thanks to an overell height and spread of just one-and-a-half metres
- As easygoing as they come, this photinia is both low-maintenance and versatile, and will reward your garden with countless years of stellar horticultural service.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin' can be grown in a pot, provided it has adequate drainage and a container at least 40 cm wide.
How big does it get?
The Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin' typically reaches a mature height of 1.5 to 2.5 metres and a spread of 1.5 to 2.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin' performs best in full sun to partial shade, adapting well to most typical garden environments.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin' is versatile and will grow well in most soil types, provided they are relatively well-drained.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin' needs deep watering of about 25 to 50 millimetres per week during its establishment phase, after which it becomes more drought-tolerant.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin' does not strictly need pruning, but can be lightly trimmed to maintain its shape and remove any dead or damaged wood.
How hardy is this plant?
Photinia 'Little Red Robin' is hardy with an RHS rating of H5, tolerating temperatures down to -15°C, though its young spring growth can occasionally be nipped by late frosts in colder inland UK gardens.
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Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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