Abstract: Photinia fraseri is an evergreen and small tree plant, belonging to Photinia (Rosaceae), it has some special characteristics of light favored, strong budding capacity, being easily cultivated, quick growth speed, bearing damage of prunning, cold and shade tolerance, tolerance of poor fertility, a certain capacity of resistance to saline-alkali and drought, strong resistant capacity to some kinds of poisonous gases, showed high adaptability. Moreover, the shoots and tender leaves of Photinia fraseri maintain bright red for a long time, and possess a good effect of view. This paper introduced biological characteristics, cultivation techniques of Photinia fraseri, its application and prospects in gardens.