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Rhaphiolepis x delacourii
Indian Hawthorn
Notes

Cross between R. Umbellata and R. Indica. Small dense shrub with deep leathery green leaves and rich sprays of pink flowers in late winter and spring. Flowers appear on plant over a long period. Can be grown as a border plant or a low hedge. Prune after flowering to maintain shape. Prefers rich well drained soils.

  • Height 1-1.5m
  • Spread 1-1.5m
  • Position
    • position-fullsun Full Sun
    • position-partshade Part Shade
  • Family Chenopodiaceae
  • Botanical Name Rhaphiolepis x delacourii
  • Common Name Indian Hawthorn
  • Habit Spreading
  • Landscape Coast, Coastal dunes, Coastal footslopes, Footslopes, Hills, Plains, 2nd line coast
  • pH Acidic, Alkaline, Neutral
  • Tolerates Drought, Salt spray
  • Supplementary Watering Minimal
  • Flower Colour Pink
  • Flowering Time Winter, Spring
  • Foliage Green
  • Flower Type Clusters
  • Purpose Ornamental, Hedge
  • Evergreen/Deciduous Evergreen
  • Form Medium Shrub (Usually between 1.2m & 3.6m)