Red Tip Photinia

Photinia x fraseri

Nature Hills Nursery

Brilliant Red Spring Foliage Transforms to Deep Green, Creating Year-Round Color Interest
Thrives in Zones 7-9
Showy White Blooms in Late Spring
Top Pick for Privacy Screen or Hedge
Pollinator-Friendly Shrub

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Evergreen, Flowering, Hedge/Screen, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant
Hardiness Zone	7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	12-15 ft
Width	8-10 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Growth Rate	Fast
Growth Habit	Bushy
Blooms In	Spring
Flower Color	White
Foliage Color	Green
Fragrant	Yes
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Botanical Name	Photinia x fraseri
Species	x fraseri
Class	Rosales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Create a living privacy fence with a splash of color! Red Tip Photinia (Photinia x fraseri) produces leaves that are brilliant red at first and then turn deep green after several weeks. Red Tip Photinia is also known as Fraser's Photinia or Red Top Photinia. The Photinia produces small white flowers in the spring that the bees will adore!

In spring, big umbles of lacy-looking white flowers become pretty pinkish-red berries in the fall. These are all nestled among the brilliant red spring new growth and shiny green leaves later in the season! Those gorgeous leaves keep their color year-round! Plant anywhere without worry these will wilt in the heat or get munched down by deer!

This evergreen shrub is a traditional hedge shrub in the southern United States. It's not just heat and humidity tolerant, it's also fast-growing and can be shaped and sheared formally or left to grow informally too! Thriving in USDA growing zones 7-9, these 12-15 foot high at maturity shrubs can be maintained at almost any height with ease!

Planting and Application:

Red Tip grows quickly into tall, dense hedges! If a formal hedge is desired, it can be sheared into a neat and tidy shape! Let them grow to full height and in their natural shape for an informal screen. Tall enough growing at maturity that these dense shrubs can even be trained into a multi-trunk tree form as well for a unique accent, and are used as specimen trees by urban landscapers.!

Commercial landscapers frequently use Photinia in the South along highway medians because they can handle sunny sites. Plant a row along the hot, sunny side of your home's foundation or as an incredibly vivid barrier along the backs of your garden beds, and as dense property division for private outdoor living without the neighbors seeing through.

Darling Pink Bell-Shaped Flowers
Unique Plump Pinkish-Red Berries (Best For Birds)
Compact Blue-Green Foliage
Delicate Fine Texture
Pollinator & Bird-Friendly Specimen, Hedge & 3-Season Interest

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Red Tip is an impressive broadleaf-evergreen that can handle full sun and partial shade, plus this plant is extremely tough and vigorous and grows in almost any well-drained soil. Prune in the winter. Feed with a general-purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Provide enough water to get new plants established as they need, but once they are, these are very low-maintenance Waterwise shrubs!

Full Sun & Partial Shade
Almost Xeric - Low Moisture Once Established
Thrives in Most Conditions
Fast Growing Deer-Resistant Evergreen
Shear or Prune Late Winter or Early Spring

For a fast-growing privacy shrub that offers spring flowers and a splash of vibrant red color, you need the Red Tip Photinia. Order yours today!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do deer eat red tip photinia?

Red Tip Photinia is deer resistant and won't get "munched down" by browsing deer. This makes it an excellent choice for areas where deer pressure is a concern. Plant it confidently as a privacy hedge or foundation planting in zones 7-9 without worrying about deer damage.

How far apart do you plant red tip photinia?

Plant Red Tip Photinia 4-6 feet apart for a dense hedge, or 6-8 feet apart for informal screening. These fast-growing shrubs reach 12-15 feet at maturity in zones 7-9, so closer spacing creates quicker privacy. Shop quality specimens at naturehills.com for best results.

What size container will my Red Tip Photinia arrive in and how is it shipped?

Red Tip Photinia typically ships in 1-gallon containers as bare root or potted plants, depending on the season. Spring is the ideal planting time in zones 7-9 when these fast-growing shrubs can quickly establish. Plant immediately upon arrival for best results.

Is Red Tip Photinia susceptible to fire blight or other diseases?

Red Tip Photinia can be susceptible to fire blight, particularly in humid conditions with poor air circulation. This bacterial disease typically affects new growth in spring when temperatures are warm and moisture is high. Plant in full sun with adequate spacing and avoid overhead watering to minimize disease pressure.

How much space should I leave between Red Tip Photinia plants when creating a hedge?

For a dense hedge, space Red Tip Photinia plants 4-6 feet apart. Since these fast-growing shrubs reach 12-15 feet at maturity in zones 7-9, closer spacing creates quicker privacy while wider spacing allows for natural growth. Shop quality plants at naturehills.com for best results.

"what is the name of the cultivar that bears his name and is noted for its red-tipped foliage?"?

Red Tip Photinia (Photinia x fraseri) is also called Fraser's Photinia, named after the Fraser cultivar known for its signature red-tipped new growth. This evergreen shrub thrives in zones 7-9, producing brilliant red spring foliage that matures to glossy green. Plant in full sun for the most vibrant red coloration on new growth.

Do deer eat red robin?

Red Tip Photinia is naturally deer resistant and won't get "munched down by deer." This makes it an excellent choice for areas with heavy deer pressure in zones 7-9. Plant it confidently as a privacy hedge or specimen without worrying about deer damage.

Red Tip Photinia

Photinia x fraseri