Yes, these are one and the same. A related species is Photinia serrulata (Chinese photinia) a coarser texture, taller plant (12 to 20 feet). It makes an excellent screen and is resistant to heat and drought but is highly susceptible to powdery mildew, during moist...
Are Red Tip Photinias Susceptible to Disease
Fraser’s Red Tip Photinias are susceptible to a deadly disease called Entomosporium Fungal Leaf Spot that has also been found on Indian Hawthorn and Loquat. This is why red tip photinias are not being promoted for landscapes. If you have photinias in your established...
Fertilizing Red Tip Photinia or Nellie R Stevens Holly?
When should I fertilize my Red Tip Photinia and my Nellie R Stevens holly and what do I use? Red Tip Photinia are not a recommend shrub for our area because of the endosporium fungal leaf spot due to the higher humidity in our county, and the Nellie R Stevens holly is...
Is the Chinese Photinia a Good Shrub for Parker County?
The Chinese photinia Photinia semulata is an evergreen shrub with glossy green, waxy leaves that reaches about 10-15 feet in height and width and does well in sun or partial shade. It is very hardy and is not disease-prone like the Fraser red tip photinia. It makes a...