Rhaphiolepis indica 'Springtime'
Springtime Indian Hawthorn
Description
This slow-growing plant will only grow 3-5' high and has dark green, thick foliage. It produces clusters of white to crimson flowers that bloom in spring and clusters of black fruit in the fall.
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Pink, White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black, Blue
Fruit Season
Winter, Fall
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Showy Flowers, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Swimming Pool
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.