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    Rhaphiolepis indica

    Also Known As

    • Indian Hawthorn

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-12'
    • W: 6'-12'

    planting zones

    • 7a-11

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    Rhaphiolepis indica plant details

    Rhaphiolepis indica is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhaphiolepis indica

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: rosaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, compact, fragrant, hedge, serrated leaves

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhaphiolepis indica

    USDA Zones: 7a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: seaside / salt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Gardening facts about Rhaphiolepis indica plant

    How to Grow Rhaphiolepis indica

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • birds

    • Fruit

      • blue
      • black

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 5'-8'

    Width: 5'-8'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata flower, foliage by Cistus Nursery
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    Rhaphiolepis umbellata 'Minor'

    aka Rhaphiolepis umbellata 'Minor' ('Gulf Green' ™), Rhaphiolepsis ovata 'Minor', Minor Indian Hawthorn

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-11

    Size

    Height: 3'-4'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
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    Rhaphiolepis umbellata

    aka Yeddo Hawthorne

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7b-10b

    Size

    Height: 6'

    Width: 6'

    • sun
    • even moisture
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    Rhaphiolepis Majestic Beauty®

    Scientific Name: Rhaphiolepis 'Montic'

    aka Rhaphiolepis x 'Montic', x Rhaphiolepis 'Majestic Beauty', Majestic Beauty Indian Hawthorn

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 8'-15'

    Width: 6'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
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