Rhaphiolepis indica (Indian Hawthorn) is a dense, rounded evergreen shrub boasting a profusion of small, fragrant, crabapple-like white or pink flowers in spring. Borne in loose terminal panicles, they literally cover the plant in fragrant blossoms. They are followed by decorative, dark blue berries that persist through winter if not devoured by hungry birds and small mammals. The foliage of thick, leathery, oblong leaves, 2-3 in. long (5-7 cm), emerges with bronze tints and matures to dark green. Easy to grow, reliable and long-lived, Indian Hawthorn is prized by gardeners for its fragrant flowers and evergreen foliage. It is often utilized as a specimen plant, a flowering hedge or screen or in mass plantings. Tolerant of salt spray, Indian hawthorn is also an attractive addition to coastal gardens.
Hardiness |
8 - 11 |
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Heat Zones |
3 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Rosaceae |
Common names | Indian Hawthorn |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late) |
Height | 4' - 6' (120cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 4' - 6' (120cm - 180cm) |
Spacing | 48" - 72" (120cm - 180cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Salt |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
Hardiness |
8 - 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
3 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Rosaceae |
Common names | Indian Hawthorn |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late) |
Height | 4' - 6' (120cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 4' - 6' (120cm - 180cm) |
Spacing | 48" - 72" (120cm - 180cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Salt |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
How many Rhaphiolepis indica (Indian Hawthorn) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Rhaphiolepis indica (Indian Hawthorn) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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