90-120cm Pot-Grown Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' Evergreen Hedge Plant
PRODUCT CODE: RR-PG-90/120-C5
90-120cm pot-grown Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' is a fast-establishing evergreen hedge ideal for year-round privacy and vibrant seasonal colour in UK gardens. Supplied in a 5-litre container from ScotPlants Direct, these plants deliver instant impact at delivery height and develop dense, attractive screening with minimal care.
Product Features & Specifications
- Variety: Photinia x fraseri 'Red Robin' (UK nursery grown)
- Supplied Height: 90-120cm (measured from base of pot)
- Container: 5-litre pot for robust root establishment
- Growth Rate: Fast (30-40cm/year in optimum conditions)
- Foliage: Vibrant red young leaves, maturing to glossy green for year-round structure
- Screening Use: Suited for hedges, boundaries, windbreaks, or ornamental groupings
- Plant Spacing: 2–3 plants per metre for dense privacy screens (typical mature height 3-4m if untrimmed; clip at 1.5–2m for hedges)
- Growing Conditions: Prefers full sun or dappled shade, well-drained acidic to neutral soil
- Origin: Grown and shipped from Glenrothes, Fife (Scotland)
How Photinia Red Robin Compares to Common Laurel
| Photinia Red Robin | Common Laurel | |
|---|---|---|
| Foliage Colour | Bright red new growth, glossy green mature | Uniform deep green throughout |
| Growth Rate | Fast (30-40cm/yr) | Very fast (30-60cm/yr) |
| Shade Tolerance | Partial shade to sun | High shade tolerance |
| Visual Impact | Seasonal colour highlights | Consistent all year |
| Pruning Response | Readily clips; new colour after cut | Recovers well |
| Pests/Disease | Resistant, may require air circulation | Generally robust |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a 90-120cm Photinia Red Robin hedge provide instant privacy for my garden boundary?
At delivery height, the plants form a substantial visual barrier. For complete screening, plant at recommended density (2-3 per metre); they will knit together during the first growing season, offering improved privacy each year.
What ongoing maintenance does a Photinia Red Robin hedge require?
Minimal: Water well in the first year; prune once or twice annually to maintain shape and encourage red shoots. No specialist feeding is needed beyond general-purpose fertiliser in spring. Costs are limited to basic garden care.
What is the mature height and spread of Photinia Red Robin when used for screening?
If left untrimmed, Photinia Red Robin can reach 3-4m in height and 2.5-3m in spread. Regular clipping keeps it dense at 1-2m high, ideal for most garden privacy settings.
Which evergreen shrubs offer a combination of privacy and colourful foliage at a practical price?
Photinia Red Robin is valued for its vibrant spring growth and reliable evergreen screening with moderate costs compared to some laurels or conifers, especially at the supplied large pot size for instant effect.
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