Photinia glabra
Japanese photinia
A medium to large, evergreen shrub or small tree reaching up to around 6m tall. Oblong to ovate, leathery dark green leaves are 5-8cm long and emerge bronze-red. Heads of small, white flowers in late spring are followed by spherical red fruits
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Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Red Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Red | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
- Genus
Photinia can be evergreen or deciduous shrubs or trees, with simple leaves and panicles of small white flowers, usually followed by red berries
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Japan China
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows best in fertile, humus-rich soil in sun or partial shade. See photinia cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
- Hedging and screens
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to fireblight, a leaf spot, honey fungus and powdery mildews
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