Photinia glabra 'Super Red' - Evergreen Trees Direct

Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

$250.00

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: Enquire within for height guide information.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 2m to 4m (approx.)

Mature Width: 1.5m to 2m (dense, upright habit)

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' is expected to grow 40cm to 80cm per year (approx.).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' flushes brilliant scarlet new growth repeatedly through the growing season against glossy dark green mature foliage, and does it on a frame far more compact than the common Photinia robusta. Every trim triggers another flush, so a maintained hedge carries red for most of the year.

'Super Red' grows to 2 to 4 metres tall and only 1.5 to 2 metres wide at 40 to 80 centimetres per year, holding a dense upright habit. That narrow footprint makes it a better fit than robusta for suburban boundaries, side passages and any bed where a tall screen is needed but width is limited.

'Super Red' grows in full sun to part shade and tolerates light to moderate frost once established. It clips cleanly, holds density under regular trimming, and adapts to most soils, which is why it is one of the most widely planted formal hedging shrubs in Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

How tall does Photinia 'Super Red' grow?

'Super Red' grows to 2 to 4 metres tall and only 1.5 to 2 metres wide. It is considerably more compact than Photinia robusta, which suits it to smaller gardens.

How is 'Super Red' different from Photinia robusta?

'Super Red' is a Photinia glabra selection and stays much smaller, reaching 2 to 4 metres rather than the 10 metres robusta can achieve. Choose 'Super Red' for suburban hedges and robusta where real height is needed.

How fast does 'Super Red' grow?

It grows at 40 to 80 centimetres per year once established, forming a usable hedge within two to three years.

Why does the new growth go red?

New foliage emerges brilliant scarlet before hardening to glossy dark green. Trimming stimulates fresh growth, so regular clipping produces more red colour rather than less.

How far apart should I plant 'Super Red' for a hedge?

Plant 80 centimetres to 1 metre apart for a dense formal hedge, or 1.5 metres apart for a looser informal screen.

Does 'Super Red' grow in shade?

Yes. It performs in full sun through to part shade, though the red new growth colours most intensely in full sun.

When should I prune Photinia 'Super Red'?

Trim two to three times through the growing season from spring to early autumn. Each cut drives a new red flush, so frequent light trimming gives both a tighter hedge and more colour.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

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Uses in my Garden

Screening or Privacy
Shrubs

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Photinia glabra 'Super Red' Evergreen or Deciduous?

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 2m to 4m (approx.)

Mature Width: 1.5m to 2m (dense, upright habit)

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' is expected to grow 40cm to 80cm per year (approx.).

Growth Rate of Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' is expected to grow 40cm to 80cm per year (approx.).

They are considered to have a:

Fast Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

Is Photinia glabra 'Super Red' frost tolerant?

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Photinia glabra 'Super Red' Flower?

Photinia glabra ‘Super Red’ produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers in mid- to late spring. These subtle blooms sit above the vivid red new foliage, adding a light seasonal accent before developing into small red berries later in the year.

Does Photinia glabra 'Super Red' flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

White

Is Photinia glabra 'Super Red' an Australian Native Tree?

No

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' is Native to East Asia, particularly Japan and China, where Photinia glabra grows naturally in forests and woodland edges.

What is the Wildlife Value of Photinia glabra 'Super Red' ?

Its flowers attract bees and small pollinating insects, while the red berries that follow provide food for birds. The dense evergreen canopy offers excellent shelter, nesting cover and protective structure for small birds, enhancing biodiversity in hedging and screening plantings.

How much Sunlight does Photinia glabra 'Super Red' need?

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Photinia glabra ‘Super Red’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained sites unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to boost drainage and soil structure. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the plant matures to support drought resilience, strong evergreen growth and consistently vibrant red flushes.

Is Photinia glabra 'Super Red' Drought Tolerant?

Is Photinia glabra 'Super Red' Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Super Red’ develops good drought tolerance. Hardy and adaptable, it performs strongly in warm, dry and urban conditions, maintaining its vibrant foliage colour with only occasional deep watering during extended dry spells.

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How To Plant Your Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' is expected to grow 40cm to 80cm per year (approx.).

Fast Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Photinia glabra 'Super Red' in Different Soil

Photinia glabra performs best in free-draining loam or sandy loam with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is sharp.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch lightly to moderate surface temperature.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and coarse organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline preferred. Avoid waterlogging at all times.