Photinia davidiana var. undulata 'Prostrata'
wavy-leaved stranvaesia 'Prostrata'
A low, spreading evergreen shrub, to around 1m high and twice as wide, with oblong to lance-shaped foliage with a slightly wavy margin. Leaves emerge coppery-red in spring, and mature to glossy dark green; older leaves turn dark red in the autumn. Clusters of small white flowers appear in late spring, followed by showy red berries
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green Red | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green Red | Red | ||
| Winter | Green Red | Red |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Potentially harmful
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
- Genus
Photinia can be evergreen or deciduous shrubs or trees, with simple leaves and panicles of small white flowers, usually followed by red berries
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, humus-rich soil in sun or partial shade. See photinia cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
- Ground cover
Pruning
Minimal pruning required, see pruning group 10 if necessary. Pruning may reduce flowering and fruiting
Pests
May be susceptible to vine weevil
Diseases
May be susceptible to fireblight, a leaf spot, honey fungus and powdery mildews
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