Raphiolepis indica 'Clara' - Clara Indian Hawthorn

Market price from $15.75 to $23.50

Raphiolepis indica 'Clara' is a beautifully compact evergreen shrub that offers visual appeal all year round with its sophisticated mix of form, color, and aroma. Lovingly recognized as Clara Indian Hawthorn, this trenchant member of the Rosaceae family showcases a sumptuous layering of glossy, dark green leaves, offering a crisp, elegant contrast to its fragrant clusters of pinkish-white star-shaped flowers, which burst into bloom each spring. Just when you thought the show was over, it surprises you with a charming outpouring of small, dark blue berries. Standing proudly at a manageable 3-5 feet in both height and spread, its robust and compact nature makes it versatile enough for mixed borders and attractive foundation plantings. Not just a pretty face, this powerhouse shrub displays impeccable drought tolerance once established, and its resistance to most pests and diseases speaks volumes for its resilience. Whether bathed in full sun or semi shade, the Clara Indian Hawthorn makes a vibrant addition, effortlessly transitioning your landscape through the seasons in style.