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Chinese Photinia

Photinia Serratifolia

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Overview

The Chinese Photinia (Photinia serratifolia) thrives as an evergreen shrub or small tree, reaching heights of 12-20 feet with an 8-12 feet spread. It features glossy, serrated leaves and clusters of white flowers in spring, followed by red berries. Adaptable to various soils, it's ideal for hedges or screens, preferring full sun to partial shade. Hardy to USDA zones 7-9, it's a low-maintenance addition to any landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 7–11Type Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Chinese Photinia (Photinia Serratifolia) — Its lustrous leaves boast a leathery texture and serrated margins

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Mature height
12–30 Ft.
Mature width
12–30 Ft.

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub, Tree
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Chinese Photinia (Photinia Serratifolia) — evergreen shrub that offers a vibrant display in any garden landscape
Chinese Photinia (Photinia Serratifolia) — It tolerates a range of soil types
Chinese Photinia (Photinia Serratifolia) — and demonstrates respectable drought tolerance once established; evergreen shrub that offers a vibrant display in
Chinese Photinia (Photinia Serratifolia) — reaching heights of 12-20 feet with an 8-12 feet spread; glossy green.<br><br>Spring brings forth clusters of modest
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