Photinia fraseri 'Louise' – A Colourful Evergreen for Year-Round Interest

Description and General Information

• Botanical Name: Photinia fraseri 'Louise'

• Common Name: Photinia Louise

• Plant Type: Evergreen shrub

• Height and Spread: Reaches around 2–3m tall with a spread of 1.5–2m, forming a rounded, bushy habit.

• Foliage: Distinctive variegated foliage with creamy-yellow margins and young growth emerging in bright pink to red shades before maturing to glossy green with cream edges. This creates a striking contrast that changes with the seasons.

• Flowers: In late spring, produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers that are attractive to pollinators.

• Garden Uses:

  • Excellent as a standalone feature shrub.

  • Works beautifully in mixed borders, adding vibrant colour.

  • Suited for hedging and screening thanks to its dense evergreen foliage.

  • Can be grown in large containers to decorate patios and entrances.

Planting Conditions and Best Location

• Light Requirements:

  • Prefers full sun to partial shade.

  • Stronger pink and red tones appear on new foliage when grown in sunnier positions.

• Soil Preferences:

  • Thrives in well-drained, fertile soils.

  • Adaptable to a wide range of soils, from neutral to slightly acidic.

  • Avoid waterlogged ground, which can damage roots.

• Watering:

  • Requires regular watering while young to establish deep roots.

  • Once established, it is fairly drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional watering during long dry spells.

• Where to Plant:

  • Perfect for front gardens, adding colour and structure.

  • Ideal for urban or suburban gardens as it tolerates pollution.

  • Works as a backdrop shrub in mixed planting schemes.

  • Effective in formal or informal hedging.

Care, Maintenance, and Seasonal Advice

• Pruning:

  • Trim lightly in late spring or early summer after flowering to shape and encourage fresh colourful growth.

  • Avoid pruning in autumn, as this may remove winter interest.

• Feeding and Mulching:

  • Apply a slow-release, balanced fertiliser in spring to boost growth and foliage colour.

  • Mulch annually with organic compost or bark to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.

• Seasonal Interest:

  • Spring: Vibrant flush of red-pink young foliage, complemented by clusters of creamy-white flowers.

  • Summer: Foliage matures to glossy green with creamy-yellow edges, maintaining variegated brightness.

  • Autumn: Retains evergreen foliage, with occasional flushes of pink growth in milder conditions.

  • Winter: Provides structure and reliable evergreen colour when other plants are dormant.

• Pests and Diseases:

  • Can occasionally be affected by leaf spot, especially in damp conditions. Improve air flow and remove affected leaves if necessary.

  • Generally resistant to most pests and requires minimal care.

• Extra Tips:

  • Hardy across the UK and Ireland, coping well with varied climates.

  • Protect young plants from cold, drying winds until fully established.

  • Perfect for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet high-impact shrubs.

✨ Photinia fraseri 'Louise' is a vibrant evergreen shrub that brings year-round colour with its variegated foliage and red-tinged new growth. Easy to grow, versatile, and eye-catching, it’s a superb choice for hedges, borders, or patio containers, making it a favourite among gardeners and landscapers alike

• Size
  20-25

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