Raphelopis-Indian Hawthorne 3 Gallon

The Indian Hawthorne is a slow-growing evergreen shrub from the Rosaceae (rose) family. It blooms with attractive colorful white and/or pink flowers in the spring. These are fragrant and showy. It is a useful landscaping plant and is often grown as a ball-shaped hedge. Plants are also often used by Bonsai enthusiasts.   The US Department of Agriculture advises cultivation in plant hardiness zones 8 to 10. The plant rarely thrives in temperatures below 0 degrees Fahrenheit (– 18°C). Rhaphiolepis indica is excellent for seaside landscapes, around the house foundation, or planted close together to form an informal dense hedge. It is a neat shrub that does not require a lot of maintenance. As a year-round plant, it can tolerate pollution, salty environments, drought, heat, and high humidity. This radiant plant also brings much-needed garden color during winter.   As the plant is naturally round, no consistent pruning is required, though it is necessary for desired shapes if carrying out to