Botanical Name: Common Names:
Rhaphiolepis indica Snow Maiden Indian Hawthorn, Raphiolepis,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Hedging / Screening, Shrubs Dense, Rounded, Shrub Like
Description:
Rhaphiolepis Snow Maiden is a compact evergreen shrub known for its glossy dark green foliage and clusters of fragrant white flowers. This low-maintenance plant grows to a height of about 60-90cm and is ideal for borders, foundation plantings, or low hedges. Snow Maiden thrives in full sun to partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types. With its attractive appearance and delightful fragrance, it adds beauty to gardens and landscapes year-round. Suitable for pots & containers. Grows to approx 90cm H x 50cm W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
60cm-1m 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Formal Garden, Fragrant Garden, Hedging / Screening, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Park And Gardens, Topiary / Espalier, Container / Pot, Under Trees
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser
Family Name: Origin:
Rosaceae Asia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: White
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: High