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Rhaphiolepsis indica (Standard) - Indian Hawthorn

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Rhaphiolepsis indica (Standard) is an evergreen shrub that masterfully balances aesthetic appeal with uncompromising resilience, warranting its common name, Indian Hawthorn. Majestically ascending to 6 feet in both height and width, it adorns your visual space with dark green leathery leaves all year round, creating a lush and inviting canvas. In springtime, you'll witness an enchanting transition, with an array of vibrant pink or white star-shaped blooms punctuating its dense growth, offering an on-display celebration of nature. Pride doesn't just belong to its blossoms—the Indian Hawthorn extends its role as a provider of beauty into the fall, as it proudly parades clusters of blue-black berries, further enriching its visual allure while serving as a food haven for local wildlife. Serving as a model of resilience, this plant boasts an impressive ability to weather varying conditions, aptly handling full sun to partial shade, and showcasing remarkable drought tolerance. Breathtaking as a standalone feature or seamlessly integrated into hedges, borders and ornamental gardens, the Indian Hawthorn brings consistently high performance for both residential and commercial landscapes.

  • Size: Up to 6 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Pink or white star-shaped blooms in spring
  • Foliage: Leathery dark green leaves
  • Water usage: Moderate to low (Drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Additional feature: Produces blue-black berries in fall that attract local wildlife
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