red robin shrub
Photinia 'Red Robin', commonly known as the red robin shrub, is one of New Zealand's favourite foliage plants for vibrant hedging and colorful garden borders. With its iconic bright red new growth that matures to rich, glossy green, the red robin shrub offers year-round beauty and exceptional versatility. Whether you're after a formal hedge, a contemporary screen, or simply a splash of colour, Photinia 'Red Robin' ticks all the boxes for Kiwi gardeners looking to create a standout landscape feature.
Photinia 'Red Robin'
Photinia ‘Red Robin’ is a popular evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant red new growth, which contrasts beautifully with the mature glossy green foliage. It forms a dense, upright bush that can reach 3–4 metres tall, making it ideal for hedging, screening, or as a feature plant. In the spring, small white flowers appear, adding fantastic seasonal interest. Hardy and low-maintenance, Red Robin thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates regular trimming to maintain shape.
From $25.58
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Shrubs - Height:
4.00 m - Spread:
4.00 m - Flowering time:
Spring - Tolerances:
Coastal, Hardy - Garden uses:
Hedging, Pool areas, Screening - Garden styles:
Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
