Photinia fraseri 'Carré Rouge' – Compact Elegance with Striking Red Foliage

Description and General Information

• Botanical Name: Photinia fraseri 'Carré Rouge'

• Common Name: Carré Rouge Photinia

• Plant Type: Evergreen shrub

• Size: Compact in habit, reaching around 1–1.5m tall and wide, making it smaller and tidier than many other Photinia varieties.

• Foliage: Known for its deep, intense red young shoots, which retain their colour longer before maturing to glossy, dark green. This contrast creates interest throughout the growing season.

• Flowers: Clusters of small white blossoms in late spring, attracting bees and pollinators.

• Garden Uses:

  • Excellent for compact hedges or screens.

  • Ideal for container growing on patios or balconies.

  • Works beautifully in mixed borders for colour contrast.

  • Provides year-round evergreen structure, making it a reliable landscaping choice.

Planting Conditions and Best Location

• Light Requirements:

  • Performs best in full sun to partial shade.

  • Strongest red foliage colour develops when planted in a sunny position.

• Soil Preferences:

  • Tolerates most fertile, well-drained soils, including clay, loam, or sandy types.

  • Prefers neutral to slightly acidic conditions but is generally adaptable.

  • Avoid planting in areas prone to waterlogging.

• Watering:

  • Keep well-watered during the first year to establish roots.

  • Once established, it becomes relatively drought-tolerant, though occasional watering during hot, dry periods will help maintain health.

• Best Locations:

  • Perfect for urban gardens, courtyards, or patios due to its neat habit.

  • Suitable for low-maintenance hedging or as a stand-alone feature shrub.

  • Works well in containers, where its foliage colour can be showcased up close.

Care, Maintenance, and Seasonal Advice

• Pruning:

  • Light pruning in spring or early summer after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages new red growth.

  • Trim back lightly at any time to keep compact form.

  • Avoid heavy pruning in late autumn, as this may expose the plant to winter damage.

• Feeding and Mulching:

  • Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring to boost healthy growth.

  • Mulch annually with organic matter to conserve moisture and nourish the soil.

• Seasonal Interest:

  • Spring: Fresh flush of fiery red foliage with clusters of white flowers.

  • Summer: Mature foliage darkens to rich green while new red shoots continue to appear.

  • Autumn: Retains evergreen foliage, ensuring structure and colour in the garden.

  • Winter: Dense habit and glossy leaves provide year-round appeal, even in bare landscapes.

• Pests and Diseases:

  • May occasionally suffer from leaf spot, but this is usually minor. Good air circulation and careful watering help prevent issues.

  • Relatively pest-resistant and low-maintenance compared to many shrubs.

• General Advice:

  • Hardy across much of the UK and Ireland.

  • Shelter young plants from harsh winds in their first year.

  • An excellent choice for gardeners seeking both colour and structure with minimal upkeep.

✨ Photinia fraseri 'Carré Rouge' is a compact, elegant evergreen that delivers a vibrant splash of red in every season. Its manageable size, easy-care nature, and striking colour make it an excellent choice for borders, containers, or low hedging—bringing year-round beauty with very little effort.

• Size
  30-40

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

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Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
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