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Photinia x fraseri

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   8a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H4 - H5   Australia:   2 - 3  
Care Level
Height 3 - 6 m (10 - 20 ft)
Spread 3 - 6 m (10 - 20 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Photinia x fraseri (red tip photinia) bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during early spring to late spring. The showy glossy foliage is deep green and medium orange in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Photinia x fraseri (red tip photinia) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Photinia x fraseri (red tip photinia) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Hedge, foundation, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Photinia x fraseri . Photinia x fraseri is tolerant of compacted soil and pollution.