Photinia Robusta 180MM

Photinia x fraseri 'Robusta'

I am Photinia Robusta. My family originated from Asia.

Habit Tree - Winter Colour

Plant family Rosaceae

I am a large shrub with abundant clusters of small white flowers set against green and red foliage from late winter into spring. My glossy foliage matures to a dense dark green. I respond well to pruning and can be clipped to shape as desired. I am ideal for low maintenance hedging and screening. I am extremely hardy and disease resistant making me a good choice for exposed locations and coastal conditions. I am a good choice when a handsome hedge is required in partially shaded locations.

I am popular and will make you happy because...

My fast growth, glossy foliage and response to pruning suits me to be a feature or screening plant

I have attractive coppery-red young leaves that mature to a glossy dark green

I produce large heads of creamy-white small flowers from winter into spring

Features

Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in a semi-shade to full sun position

Height: 6m Width: 5m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 3m Width: 1.5m)(Size at point of sale approx. 60cm including pot)

Water needs: MediumI need moderate water once established

I grow well in almost all soils but am happiest with good drainage

Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Coastal tolerant White flowers Glossy Green With Bright Red New Growth foliage Flowers Jul-Oct

Council planting lists On 1 council list

Listed in these Victorian councils' published plant lists.

City of Greater Dandenong
Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape Plan Guidelines: recommended species (Large shrub, exotic) Source

From each council's website, checked 26 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:

In garden beds and general landscaping
As a hedge or screening plant

Tips for success

An annual prune to shape after flowering will enhance my bushy form

Suggested spacing: 2.5m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.

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Ask your retailer for Photinia Robusta by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.

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