Rhaphiolepsis snow maiden
Indian hawthorn

Rhaphiolepsis snow maiden is a dwarf variety of Rhaphiolepsis, growing to 1 metre high and 1 metre wide. It has dark green, leathery foliage, bearing masses of white flowers through winter and spring. Ideal as a low-growing border shrub in any garden.

Description

Botanical name: Rhaphiolepsis snow maiden

Common name: Indian Hawthorn

Rhaphiolepsis snow maiden is a dwarf variety of Rhaphiolepsis, growing to 1 metre high and 1 metre wide. It has dark green, leathery foliage, bearing masses of white flowers through winter and spring. Ideal as a low-growing border shrub in any garden.

Size

Plant height: up to 1 metre

Plant spread: up to 1 metre

Care and Maintenance

  • tolerates light frost once established
  • tolerates drought once established
  • semi shade
  • planting season in warmer months
  • medium water use