Photinia Red Robin
- Grafted sapling from our own nursery
- Suited to USDA zones 5–8
- Health & Bloom Guarantee ™ — 30 days
- Free shipping over 431 lei
- Delivery in 2–5 business days (Bulgaria) or 2 business days (Romania)
About the plant
Photinia Red Robin (Photinia × fraseri 'Red Robin') is an evergreen shrub known for its bright red young leaves in spring. One of the most beautiful shrubs for a colourful hedge or a solitary planting.
Why choose photinia
- Red new leaves after every pruning
- Evergreen and dense
- Suitable for hedges and clipped shapes
Care
Plant in sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. For a hedge, plant about 2 plants per metre. Prune 1–2 times a year.
Planting and care
1. Planting. Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root system and just as deep. Set the tree so the graft union stays above soil level, backfill, firm gently and water well. Mulch to keep the moisture in.
2. Watering. In the first year water deeply once or twice a week, depending on rainfall. In hot summer months water early in the morning or in the evening. Avoid standing water around the roots.
3. Feeding. Feed once a year in early spring, before the leaves open, with a balanced fertiliser for fruit and ornamental trees. No extra feeding is needed in the first year after planting.
4. Pruning. Formative pruning is done in late winter or early spring, before the sap rises. Remove dry, damaged and crossing branches so the crown stays open and airy.
5. Winter protection. During the first two winters, protect young trees with a thick layer of mulch around the base. Guard young trunks against rodents with mesh or a protective wrap.
FAQ
When will I receive my order?
Delivery takes 2–5 business days in Bulgaria and 2 business days in Romania. Bare-root trees ship during the planting season (autumn from 15 October, and spring). You get a tracking email once your order ships.
What condition does the sapling arrive in?
Grafted on a vegetative rootstock, bare-root or in a container depending on the season. The height at delivery is listed in each variety's description.
What is the guarantee?
Health & Bloom Guarantee ™: if the plant does not survive 30 days after delivery with normal care, we replace it free of charge. Take a photo and email info@alveraplant.com.
Is it suitable for Romania?
Yes. All varieties suit USDA zones 5–8 and we deliver across Romania.
Delivery
Cost. €5 for orders under €80 and free on orders over €80, for Bulgaria and Romania.
Timing. 2–5 business days in Bulgaria, 2 business days in Romania. We ship straight from our nursery in Kapitanovtsi, Vidin region.
Packing. Every plant is packed carefully so it arrives healthy and ready to plant.
Tracking. You get an email with a tracking number once your order ships.
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