How big does Photinia 'Red Robin' grow?

About 3 m × 2 m after ten years (height × width).

What soil does Photinia 'Red Robin' grow in?

It tolerates these soils: average garden soil, clay, sandy, calcareous, acidic.

Is Photinia 'Red Robin' hardy?

Hardy down to -15 °C (USDA zone 7, RHS H5). In the colder parts of the country (Carinthia, Lower Austria, Salzburg, Styria, Tyrol, Upper Austria, Vorarlberg) it may not survive winter without protection.

How far from the house should Photinia 'Red Robin' be planted?

Plant it at least 1.5 m from buildings. Keep it at least 0.5 m from paving.

How far apart should Photinia 'Red Robin' be planted?

Planted on its own, it needs 2 m between plants. For a hedge, allow 1.5 plants per metre.

How much water does Photinia 'Red Robin' need?

Water need: medium. Drought tolerance: medium.

How much does Photinia 'Red Robin' cost?

It sells for roughly €12 to €140 in local shops, depending on size.

Photinia 'Red Robin'

Photinia × fraseri 'Red Robin'

Photinia 'Red Robin' (Photinia × fraseri 'Red Robin') is a hedge plant that reaches 3 m × 2 m after ten years. Light: full sun, part shade. Hardy down to -15 °C. Drought tolerance: medium. Sold in local shops from about €12.

Illustration of Photinia 'Red Robin' — An illustration of the typical shape of the mature plant, not a photo.

What it's good for, and what it isn't

Glossy evergreen leaves and bright red new shoots make this a colourful hedge or a striking standalone shrub. Give it sun or partial shade, shelter from cold winds, freely draining soil and water during dry summers. Avoid very cold sites, and remember that regular clipping can reduce flowering.

Watch out for

In Central Europe, severe frost, winter drying and late frosts can damage foliage and young shoots; it is not a reliable choice where winter minima reach -20 to -25 °C. Entomosporium leaf spot can cause substantial defoliation in humid, poorly ventilated planting. Waterlogging can damage roots, and strongly calcareous soil may cause nutrient-deficiency yellowing.

Key facts

Light: Full sun, Part shade
Water need: Medium
Care: Medium
Size after 10 years: 3 m × 2 m
Hardiness: down to -15 °C
Foliage: Evergreen
Flowering: J F M A M J J A S O N D May–June, white

Group	Hedge
Light	Full sun, Part shade
Size after 10 years	3 m × 2 m
Ultimate size	3–5 m × 3–5 m
Hardiness	down to -15 °C (USDA 7, RHS H5)
Soil	Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic
Foliage	Evergreen
Flowering	May–June, white
Water need	Medium
Drought tolerance	Medium
Maintenance	Medium
Root aggressiveness	Low
Suckering	no
Spreading	Low
Distance from buildings	at least 1.5 m
Distance from paving	at least 0.5 m
Litter	not typical
Planting distance	200 cm
For dogs	no data
For cats	no data
For children	no data
Typical price	from about €12

Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor.

Sizes and prices available

The same plant is sold as a small pot and as a specimen several metres tall, and the price follows. Prices are rounded and for guidance only.

Size	Typical price
30-60 cm	approx. €30
60-100 cm	approx. €31
100-150 cm	approx. €58
150-200 cm	approx. €120
size not stated	approx. €12 – €19

Frequently asked questions

Data updated: October 13, 2026 · How our data is made

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Guide on the topic

Fast-growing hedges: how much each grows in a year The fastest hedge plant is the Leyland cypress, growing about 90 cm a year, followed by cherry laurel 'Novita', firethorn and western red cedar at about 50 cm a year, then privet at 40 cm. How long a 180 cm hedge takes to screen depends more on the size of plant you buy: several years from small plants, one or two summers from large ones, but at many times the price per metre. The tables use the current shop prices in your country.

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