Further Information

You'll see our recommended planting densities for each size and root type listed in the product grid. We suggest that you use these as a guide, taking into consideration how long you're willing to wait to see your finished hedge. As a rough indication bare roots can be planted at anything from 3 to 7 per metre and cell grown between 4 and 6 - the higher densities here would need to be planted in a double staggered row or zig-zag.

For more information on planting distances please see our planting density advice section.

Pruning Advice

To keep your Photinia Red Robin looking vibrant, prune it once each year in early spring, around March and definitely before new buds have started to form, or in June to deadhead any dying flowers. This will help it to maintain its shape and stimulate the growth of new red shoots.

If your Photinia fraseri ‘Red Robin’ is still maturing, you can skip pruning for a year or two to allow it to establish. However, if it’s starting to look a little untidy or congested, give it a light trim to neaten up and allow sunlight into the heart of the plant which helps new shoots grow.

As Photinia Red Robin has a fast growth rate, stems can be cut back by up to 15cm, but it’s fairly tolerant of a hard prune if it gets overgrown. An annual prune is fine if you’re after a fuller and bushier look, but it can be lightly trimmed up to three times a year for a neater appearance – but be mindful of trimming it any later than June as this can make it vulnerable to frosts when they arrive.

Delivery & Returns

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Photinia Red Robin Hedge Photinia fraseri

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Photinia ‘Red Robin' (Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin') is a stunning evergreen hedge that boasts red, glossy leaves in the spring and summer, before maturing to lush dark green foliage.

EVERGREEN
AVERAGE GROWING
HAS FLOWERS (White)
COLOURFUL FOLIAGE

Planting Conditions: Suitable for normal, clay or chalk soils, full sun to semi shade and inland or exposed sites
Growth Rate: Average growth, expect 20-40cm per year
Height: Easily maintained at 1-4m
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Photinia Red Robin Hedge Plants Description

The Photinia Red Robin hedge (or Photinia fraseri ‘Red Robin’ if you’re feeling fancy) is known for its scarlet-red new growth, which matures to a deep, glossy green foliage as winter approaches. This vibrant contrast brings colour and visual appeal to your garden throughout the year, with an added flourish in springtime when clusters of delicate white flowers appear and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. These flowers are sometimes followed by small red berries in autumn, which are well-loved by birds and wildlife but are toxic to humans.

While not a particularly dense hedge, this striking evergreen species produces larger leaves, making it ideal for privacy screening. Beyond its bold appearance, Photinia Red Robin is also relatively fast-growing — producing up to 40cm each year — which helps shield your outdoor spaces from oncoming wind. This hardy hedge thrives in well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established, perfect for gardens with full sun and partial shade. With its low-maintenance nature, Photinia fraseri hedging only requires occasional pruning to encourage fresh red growth and keep the hedge looking its best.

Photinia Red Robin hedge plants are available as pot-grown or instant hedging year-round, making it easy to create flourishing borders whenever they’re needed. Take a look at our guide to choosing the best root type here for more information. If you’re looking for a slightly more compact hedge that still offers the beautiful colour shift through the seasons, why not try Photinia ‘Little Red Robin’ instead?

If you need help getting started, our guide on how to plant hedges covers everything there is to know for successful planting.

Choose Photinia Red Robin Hedge root types

What are root types?

Root types explained.

Bare root
Field grown, bare roots are young plants that are only planted when they are dormant, from autumn to spring. We lift bare root plants and despatch them during the season but they can be pre-ordered in summer. As they are cheaper to grow, they are one of our most affordable hedge planting options.
Pot grown
Pot grown plants can be planted year round and make a convenient option. They come in a wide range of sizes, from 10cm to 2.5m so they're suitable for the majority of planting requirements.
Root ball
Also field grown, root ball plants are scooped out of the ground using machinery to keep their root system intact and wrapped in bio-degradable, hessian sacks. They are mature plants that provide dense coverage very early on, ideal for when you need a thick hedge quickly.
Instant
Grown in troughs or bags that measure 50cm-1 metre in length and carefully clipped during the growing season. Our instant hedging troughs create a dramatic, instant hedge effect.