
Indian Hawthorn
Rhaphiolepis indica Snow White
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Snow White' is a compact, easy-care evergreen shrub celebrated for its pristine white blooms and year-round interest.
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Installation
About this plant
The 'Snow White' Indian Hawthorn is a delightful dwarf cultivar, perfect for adding structure and beauty to any landscape. Its glossy, dark green foliage provides an attractive backdrop for an abundance of pure white, fragrant flowers that emerge in late winter to early spring. These charming blossoms are followed by small, ornamental blue-black berries, offering seasonal appeal and a food source for local birds. This versatile shrub maintains a neat, rounded form with minimal pruning, making it an excellent choice for foundation plantings, low hedges, mass plantings, or container gardening. Its natural resilience and disease resistance ensure a vibrant display with little fuss. Whether you're looking to create a formal border or add a touch of elegance to a mixed bed, 'Snow White' Indian Hawthorn delivers consistent beauty and effortless charm, thriving in a variety of conditions. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller gardens.
Care & maintenance
Generally low maintenance. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape if desired. Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.
Quick facts
- Type
- evergreen
- Mature height
- 2-3 feet
- Mature width
- 3-4 feet
- Sun
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Medium; drought tolerant once established
- Growth rate
- Slow to moderate