About
A shrub 2m high with red stems and toothed, glossy, oblong leaves which are bright pink when young, becoming dark green marbled with very light green, and large clusters of small white flowers in summer, followed by small red fruit.
About the genus
Photinia can be evergreen or deciduous shrubs or trees, with simple leaves and panicles of small white flowers, usually followed by red berries
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing, North-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitSpreading branched
FoliageEvergreen
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, and in a position that is not prone to late frosts and is protected from cold, drying winds. See photinia cultivation
PruningPruning group 1 (little or no pruning of trees and shrubs)
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to fireblight, fungal leaf spot, powdery mildews, apple scab, and pear scab and honey fungus; Pink Crispy is said to be resistant to powdery mildews