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Photinia x fraseri Magical Volcano - Compacta - Metal Frame/Espalier - Height 150cm Width 100cm - 55lt

Photinia x fraseri Magical Volcano - Compacta - Metal Frame/Espalier - Height 150cm Width 100cm - 55lt

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The Photinia fraseri 'Magical Volcano', espaliered on a metal frame, presents a striking horticultural spectacle. This particular variety is renowned for its vibrant foliage, which undergoes a dramatic color transformation throughout the seasons. Initially, the young leaves emerge in fiery shades of red and orange, reminiscent of a volcanic eruption, hence the name 'Magical Volcano'. As they mature, the leaves gradually transition to a lush, deep green, offering a dynamic visual experience.

Espaliering, a traditional form of garden art, involves training the plant to grow flat against a structure, in this case, a metal frame. The frame, measuring 150cm in height and 100cm in width, serves both as a support and a guide for the plant's growth. This method maximizes space, making it an ideal choice for smaller gardens or for creating decorative wall features.

The Photinia's adaptability to espaliering highlights its robust nature and versatility. Regular pruning and training are essential in maintaining the desired shape and size, ensuring that the plant remains healthy and vibrant. The espaliered Photinia fraseri 'Magical Volcano' is not just a plant; it's a living piece of art, offering a unique blend of horticultural skill and natural beauty.

  • Common Name

    Christmas berry 'Red Robin'

  • Family

    Rosaceae

  • Type

    evergreen shrub

  • Pot Size

    55

  • Height (cm)

    150-160cm

  • Native To

    New Zealand

  • Flower

    small, 5-petal, white flowers

  • Foliage

    leathery, oval, glossy, brilliant, bright red leaves when they emerge, and dark green after several weeks

  • Maturation period

    10–20 years

Key Info

Size & Spacing

Mature Height

2.5–4m

Mature Width

2.5–4m

Shape / habit

bushy

Preferred Location

Orientation

South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing, exposed or sheltered

Soil Type

acid and neutral soil, full sun, partial shade

Soil moisture

moist but well–drained, well–drained

Growing Period

Flower

spring

Foliage

all year

Fruit

autumn

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  • Free Delivery for online orders over £350

    We will deliver your tree and plant it for you. Or 10 trees or a 100.

Arundel Arboretum is a shrub and tree retail nursery with over 40 years of experience.

About Us

During this time, we have developed a large stock of trees, mature evergreen shrubs, conifers, Japanese maples, cedars and olives. What sets us apart from a generic garden center is solid unwavering focus on trees and some bigger shrubs. You will find thousands of trees, hundreds of varieties and lots of experts who are working on the nursery and more than willing to help you to choose a plant for you.

What you will not find is hot tubs, garden furniture and plastic garden gnomes. In a nutshell, trees is what we know and trees is what we do, and only trees (and some shrubs to go with the trees).

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