Photinia fraseri ‘Magical Volcano’ – Fiery New Growth for Year-Round Impact

The Photinia fraseri ‘Magical Volcano’ is a striking evergreen shrub that offers vibrant colour, structure, and year-round appeal. Its fiery red young leaves erupt like a “volcano” in spring and summer, contrasting beautifully with the mature glossy green foliage. Compact and bushy, it’s ideal for hedging, screening, or as a bold specimen plant in borders or containers.

Hardy, easy to maintain, and versatile in the garden, ‘Magical Volcano’ is an exciting modern Photinia variety, perfect for gardeners looking to add reliable structure with bursts of seasonal colour.

General Information

Photinia fraseri ‘Magical Volcano’ is part of the well-known Photinia family, bred for its compact form and intense foliage colour.

• Habit: Dense, upright evergreen shrub with a naturally bushy growth habit.

• Height & spread: Typically reaches 1.5–2m tall and 1–1.5m wide, making it more compact than standard Photinia ‘Red Robin’.

• Foliage: New growth emerges a fiery red in spring and summer, maturing to deep, glossy green.

• Flowers: Small, white flowers may appear in clusters in late spring to early summer if plants are left untrimmed.

• Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade; colour is strongest in sunnier spots.

• Soil: Thrives in fertile, well-drained soil; dislikes waterlogged ground.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK and Ireland.

• Uses: Perfect for hedging, screens, mixed borders, or as a feature in large containers.

Its compact size makes it more manageable than larger Photinia varieties, ideal for small to medium-sized gardens without losing impact.

Care Guide

Photinia ‘Magical Volcano’ is easy to grow and requires minimal maintenance to keep it looking its best.

Planting

• When to plant: Best planted in spring or autumn, though container-grown plants can be planted year-round if soil isn’t frozen or waterlogged.

• Depth & spacing: Plant at the same depth as the pot, spacing 75–100cm apart for hedging or group plantings.

• Preparation: Improve soil with compost or well-rotted manure before planting.

Watering & Feeding

• Water regularly during the first year to establish roots.

• Once established, it is moderately drought-tolerant but benefits from watering in prolonged dry spells.

• Feed with a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring to encourage healthy growth and vibrant foliage.

Pruning & Maintenance

• Trim lightly in spring or summer to encourage fresh red growth and maintain a neat shape.

• Avoid cutting back into old wood; always prune into leafy stems.

• Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches in early spring.

• Mulch annually with compost or bark to help conserve moisture and improve soil quality.

Protection

• Fully hardy and generally pest-free.

• May be susceptible to leaf spot in very damp conditions – improve airflow by avoiding overcrowding.

Why Choose Photinia fraseri ‘Magical Volcano’?

This exciting Photinia variety combines compact growth with stunning foliage colour, making it a versatile choice for gardens of all sizes.

• Fiery new foliage: Bright red shoots stand out dramatically in spring and summer.

• Compact size: More manageable than larger Photinia varieties, perfect for smaller gardens.

• Year-round interest: Glossy evergreen leaves provide structure in every season.

• Versatile planting: Works well as a hedge, screen, specimen shrub, or container feature.

• Low-maintenance: Hardy, reliable, and easy to care for.

The Photinia fraseri ‘Magical Volcano’ is a vibrant, reliable shrub that brings fiery colour and structure to gardens with very little effort. Whether used as a colourful hedge, a feature plant in borders, or a bold container display, it will add a touch of drama and elegance to any outdoor space.

• Size
  7.5lt

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