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Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-8'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata plant details

Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the more handsome Indian hawthorns, this bold textured, evergreen, shrub (or miniature tree?), to 5-8 ft, is adorned with glossy, 3", rounded oval leaves of deep green with a light coating of hairs, and white to shell pink flowers spring through fall. Drought tolerant but fine with summer moisture. Full sun to dappled shade; reasonable drainage; low or high nutrients. Frost hardy to the lower end USDA zone 8; possibly 7.

Gardening facts about Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata plant

How to Grow Rhaphiolepis umbellata f. ovata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Fruit

    • blue
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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