An incredible multitude of round white petals in spring is your reward for planting this Indian hawthorn cultivar, along with year-round interest from color-cycling foliage. Snow White Indian hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis indica Snow White) is a small, slow-growing, compact shrub that’s perfect for full sun spots in garden beds, along foundations, and in front of walls. The naturally round shape becomes a focal point in spring with profuse large clusters of fragrant pure white flowers. The following small blue berries add interest and attract wildlife. New growth in spring announces its arrival with a gorgeous red tone, maturing in summer to a deep, glossy green. In winter, leaves complete their color cycle by turning to a deep maroon in the winter.
Once established, the shrub can tolerate moderate drought
Feed in spring before new growth emerges
Takes well to pruning, making it suitable to both informal and formal garden designs
Blooms profusely in late winter to spring
Year-round interest from color-changing foliage