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Rhaphiolepis indica 'Pink Lady'

Pink Lady Rhaph or Indian Hawthorn

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This shrub will quickly grow 4'-6' tall and wide with dark green, thick foliage. It produces clusters of pink flowers that bloom in spring and clusters of black fruit in the fall. It prefers full to part sun with well draining, rich soil. 'Pink Lady" is adaptable to coastal areas as well as warm inland valleys. It is drought tolerant once it's established.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.