PHOTINIA FRASERI LITTLE RED ROBIN

Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin' is a compact and resistant variety of Photinia, which
stands out for its decorative beauty and its ability to offer an abundant
growth of new red leaves. This cultivar is perfect for those looking for a low-maintenance
plant that adds color and vitality to small gardens, borders,
hedges or even as a container plant.
The leaves of 'Little Red Robin' are lanceolate and shiny, with an incredible
bright red color that appears on the new shoots. As time passes, the red color gradually transforms
to dark green, creating a fascinating and dynamic contrast that lasts throughout the
growing season. The plant is prized for its ability to provide a continuous
display of new red shoots, which provide a colourful show from
spring to autumn.
With a compact, rounded growth habit, Photinia 'Little Red Robin' grows to a height of
around 1.2–1.5 metres and a spread of 1–1.5 metres, making it ideal for smaller
gardens or for use in mixed borders and low hedges. The dense, compact form is perfect for
creating informal hedges or planting in groups for a stronger visual impact.
Flowering occurs in spring, with small white flowers clustered in
panicle-shaped inflorescences. Although the flowers are not the main decorative feature, they add a
pleasant touch of freshness to the garden, attracting bees and other pollinating insects. The
flowering, together with the color of the new shoots, makes this variety particularly
interesting throughout the entire seasonal cycle.
Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin' is an easy plant to grow and maintain. Suitable for
well-drained soil and favorable to a sunny or semi-shaded position, this
cultivar is resistant to wind and salt, which makes it perfect for coastal gardens and
windy environments. Although it tolerates colder climates, in areas with very hardy frosts it is
advisable to protect it during the winter or plant it in more sheltered positions.
With its resistance, the bright color of the new leaves and the ease of cultivation,
Photinia x fraseri 'Little Red Robin' It is an ideal choice for those looking for an ornamental plant that will add color and interest year-round, without requiring much maintenance.