Plant of the Week – Ballerina Indian Hawthorn

Plant of the Week – Ballerina Indian Hawthorn

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Ballerina Indian Hawthorn

Rhaphiolepis indica ‘Ballerina’

Looking for a more lush landscape? Ballerina may be the answer. This very tough plant requires only moderate water and almost no maintenance.
  • Low growing (2’tx4’w)
  • Few known pests or diseases
  • Leaves take on attractive reddish tinge in winter
  • Flowers are a deep rose pink
  • Blooms late winter to early spring
  • Attracts butterflies and birds
  • Moderate growth rate
  • Winter- full sun or light shade
  • Summer -afternoon or filtered shade
  • Do not place against south or west facing walls
  • Low to moderate water use
  • Hardy to 10 degrees