Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

Title: 40cm/45L
Sale price$250.00

Photinia glabra ‘Super Red’ is a standout evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant, fast-growing habit and spectacular color contrast. The bright red new growth matures to rich, glossy green foliage, providing striking year-round visual interest. It typically reaches up to 3 meters tall and 2 meters wide, forming a dense, bushy shape perfect for hedges, privacy screens, or as a bold feature plant.

In spring, it adds charm with small white flowers that complement the colorful foliage. Thriving in full sun to part shade, ‘Super Red’ Photinia is adaptable and low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice to brighten and structure any garden or landscape.


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Botanical Profile

Explore the essential characteristics and growth habits of this plant, curated to assist you in making an inspired and confident choice for your landscape.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height:


Up to 3 meters

Mature Width:

Expected Growth Pear Year

Approx. 40 cm – 80 cm per year

  • Fast Growth Rate
Evergreen/ Deciduous

Evergreen (foliage year round)

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Sunlight Tolerance
  • Full Sun
  • Part Shade
Form & Shape

Photinia glabra 'Super Red' is considered:

  • Dense
Australian Native?

No

Flowering Information

Flower Colour: White

Flower Type:

  • Clustered

Flowering Period

  • Spring
Foliage Type / Shape
  • Glossy

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Here Is What Customers Like You Frequently Ask

FAQ

Q: How often should I prune Photinia 'Super Red' to maintain its best color?

A: Pruning in early spring encourages new growth with the brightest red foliage. Regular pruning also helps maintain density and shape.


Q: Is Photinia 'Super Red' suitable for small gardens?

A: Yes, with regular pruning, it can be kept compact and is suitable for smaller spaces.


Q: Can Photinia 'Super Red' tolerate frost?

A: It is moderately frost-tolerant but may need protection in harsh winter climates.

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Planting Guide

Plant Spacing

Hedging & Screening:Plant 1.2 m – 1.5 m apart for dense foliage and colour.

Feature Tree:Can be shaped into standards; plant 2.5 m – 3 m apart.

Avenue Planting Trees:Plant 3 m – 4 m apart for formal rows.

How to Plant Photinia glabra 'Super Red'

  1. Choose a location with full sun to part shade, which will maximize the vibrant foliage color.
  2. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep.
  3. Mix in organic compost with the native soil to enrich the planting site.
  4. Place the plant ensuring the base sits level with the soil surface.
  5. Water thoroughly after planting and apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture.

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

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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