On 29 May 2003 08:48:28 -0700, wrote:

Thanks David, that appears to be a match - right down to the
characteristic leaf spot ;-)

The bad news is that it prefers zones 7-9. It might have a hard time
this winter, but I'll enjoy it this summer anyway.



"David J. Bockman" wrote in message ...
Probably Photinia fraseri, aka 'Red Tipped Photinia'. It grows very well
here in Zone 7, I'm not certain about colder climates.

If it does survive, keep in mind that it's a fast-growing plant that
can reach 20'-30' in height (here in zone 8). They are often used as
hedge plants here, but must have regular pruning to keep them from
becoming giants.

BTW, the leaves don't "turn red." New growth at the tips of branches
is red -- hence, "red-tipped" -- and gradually turns to green as the
leaves mature.