Garden Q&A: How to restore a Red Robin to its former glory

Don’t prune off all existing foliage as this will be too much of a shock for the plant. Picture: iStock

I have a Red Robin growing at home for several years. It used to be lovely but now it is very spindly looking with just some leaves around the outside. Can I do anything to improve it or will I cut it back or just take it out?

A well maintained Photinia Red Robin is a sight to behold. Rich, dark green evergreen foliage is covered during spring and summer by the red coloured new growth and the contrast looks great.