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EAN code8051838320817
- SizeBowl Ø40
- Height100-125cm
- FormUmbrella
Common name: Christmas berry 'Red Robin'
Family: Rosaceae
Origin: A hybrid of P. glabra x P. serrulata raised and introduced from New Zealand
Description: A medium sized evergreen shrub known best for its striking red juvenile shoots in the spring making it particularly eye catching. Large leathery glossy leaves on a slightly loose habit
Uses: As a hedge on a leg
Climate/Position: Full sun or partial shade. Some shelter advisable to avoid young shoots being scorched by late frost
Height/Spread: The height will not increase, but the head size will
Soil Requirements: Any soil but must be well drained
Pruning: Train new growth in to the framework, when there are no gaps in the frame then trim annually with topiary shears or hedge-cutters in early or late summer to keep specimen in shape. Suckers and unwanted branches can also be removed from the stems
Special Requirements: Topiary can suffer from Pests & Diseases. Look out for any tell-tale signs such as damaged leaves, adult moths, caterpillars, sooty mould etc., and treat appropriately
Additional Interest: Awarded the RHS AGM
Common name: Christmas berry 'Red Robin'
Family: Rosaceae
Origin: A hybrid of P. glabra x P. serrulata raised and introduced from New Zealand
Description: A medium sized evergreen shrub known best for its striking red juvenile shoots in the spring making it particularly eye catching. Large leathery glossy leaves on a slightly loose habit
Uses: Good for mass planting or can be grown as a hedge. Popular as an easy to grow landscaping plant
Climate/Position: Full sun or partial shade. Some shelter advisable to avoid young shoots being scorched by late frost
Height/Spread: Will grow up to 4 metres x 3 metres though can be kept to 3 metres
Soil Requirements: Any soil but must be well drained
Pruning: Pruning may be done to improve shape or to rejuvenate older plants. Annual pruning in spring if grown as a hedge - the young red shoots will then develop a little later than if unpruned
Special Requirements: Avoid exposed Easterly winds to avoid damage to young growth in spring
Additional Interest: Awarded the RHS AGM
