Chinese Photinia (Photinia Serratifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Rosaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Photinia serratifolia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or small tree in the rose family, native to China and Taiwan.

Chinese Photinia

Chinese Photinia

Photinia Serratifolia

Photinia serratifolia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or small tree in the rose family, native to China and Taiwan.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:hedge, screen, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Chinese Photinia

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae
Genus:Photinia