Fraser photinia

Fraser photinia (Photinia fraseri 'Red Robin') should be watered deeply each week, providing at least 1 inch of water. During hot summer months, it may be necessary to water more frequently. During cooler months, reduce watering to every 2 weeks. Fraser photinia prefers moist, well-draining soil. If the soil is allowed to dry out completely between waterings, it can cause dieback in the foliage.

Fraser photinia, or Photinia fraseri 'Red Robin', requires full sun in order to thrive. This plant does best when it is exposed to direct sunlight for 6 to 8 hours per day. While Fraser photinia can tolerate partial sunlight, it will become leggy and won't reach its full potential until it is grown in full sun.

For Fraser photinia pruning, it is best to perform light maintenance pruning once or twice year, preferably in late winter or early spring. Pruning should also be done after new growth has begun and before the plant sets its new flower buds in the spring. This will encourage the plant to produce new growth. During pruning, it is recommended to remove dead, diseased, or damaged branches. You should also remove any branches that cross each other or rub against each other, as well as any branches growing excessively in 1 direction. It is also wise to prune away any woody stems that are more than 3 years old. Pruning should be done with sharp and clean garden tools, while always keeping in mind not to prune more than ⅓ of the total foliage during any 1 session.