Ballerina Indian Hawthorn

Rhaphiolepis indica 'Ballerina'

Pronunciation: raf-i-OL-e-pis IN-dih-kuh
SKU #02137
8-10

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This outstanding low evergreen shrub blooms profusely in late winter to early spring, often repeating in fall. Rose-pink flowers produce small, dark berries. Perfect for low maintenance gardens, with a neat, compact habit that seldom needs pruning. Heat and drought tolerant when established. Durable foliage resists damage from pollution and wind.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-10

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Bloom TimeSpring, often repeating in early fall.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover
Design IdeasFeature as an accent or border plant, or mass into large beds to provide a spectacular splash of spring color.
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsAucuba (Aucuba); California Lilac (Ceanothus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster); Loropetalum (Loropetalum)
Care InstructionsGrows easily in average, well-drained soils. Flowers best in full sun. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
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Bloom TimeSpring, often repeating in early fall.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover
Design IdeasFeature as an accent or border plant, or mass into large beds to provide a spectacular splash of spring color.
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsAucuba (Aucuba); California Lilac (Ceanothus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster); Loropetalum (Loropetalum)
Care
Care InstructionsGrows easily in average, well-drained soils. Flowers best in full sun. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.