Photinia ‘Little Red Robin’ Ball – Compact, Evergreen Topiary for Year-Round Colour
Photinia ‘Little Red Robin’ Ball is a compact, evergreen shrub shaped into a neat, spherical form, making it perfect for formal gardens, patios, borders, and container planting. With its striking red new growth and glossy green mature foliage, this dwarf variety of Photinia offers year-round interest while maintaining a tidy, low-maintenance shape. Its natural resilience and adaptability make it an excellent choice for structured planting.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
In spring, fresh bright red shoots emerge, creating a vivid contrast against the darker green mature leaves. As summer progresses, the red foliage transitions to a rich, glossy green, maintaining its dense, spherical shape. Occasionally, small white flowers may appear, adding extra seasonal interest. In autumn and winter, its evergreen nature ensures that the plant retains its bold colour and compact form, providing structure even in colder months.
Structure & Form
Photinia ‘Little Red Robin’ Ball is expertly pruned into a symmetrical, rounded shape, making it a standout feature in both formal and contemporary gardens. It reaches a height and spread of 50–80cm, depending on pruning. Its dense, bushy growth habit ensures long-lasting structure with minimal maintenance, while the contrasting red and green foliage enhances visual appeal.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
This stylish Photinia Ball is ideal for:
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Formal gardens & topiary displays, adding structure and symmetry.
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Patios & entranceways, as a sophisticated statement piece in containers.
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Borders & pathways, providing definition and seasonal colour.
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Low-maintenance landscapes, requiring minimal pruning to maintain shape.
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Urban & coastal gardens, tolerating wind, pollution, and salt.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, with the best red colouring in sunnier spots.
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Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil, but adapts to various soil types.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy, resistant to frost, wind, and pollution.
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Maintenance: Low-maintenance; occasional light pruning helps maintain its rounded shape and encourages vibrant new growth. Once established, it is drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering.
Why Choose Photinia ‘Little Red Robin’ Ball?
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Compact, evergreen structure, ensuring year-round interest.
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Vibrant red new growth, adding seasonal contrast.
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Neatly pruned, spherical shape, ideal for formal and modern landscapes.
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Hardy & easy-care, perfect for a variety of garden styles.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Photinia ‘Little Red Robin’ Ball pairs beautifully with:
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Buxus (Box) & Ilex (Holly) for a structured, formal garden look.
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Lavender & Rosemary for a Mediterranean-inspired contrast.
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Ornamental grasses for a contemporary, soft-textured mix.
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Camellias & Rhododendrons for elegant seasonal flower displays.
With its bold red foliage, compact form, and low-maintenance nature, Photinia ‘Little Red Robin’ Ball is an excellent choice for adding colour, structure, and sophistication to any garden.
