Evergreen Shrub – Georgia Petite Indian Hawthorn

Georgia petite indian hawthorn 

Botanical name: rhaphiolepis x delacourii ‘georgia petite’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 2-3 ft in height with a 3-4 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 7-10 

Foliage color: green 

Bloom time: spring 

Flower color:  pink, white

Growth rate: grows 6-12 inches per year 

Pruning instructions: prune lightly once the spring blooming season is over to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods:  propagate with cuttings in the summer once spring blooms are spent 

Landscape use:  low hedge, borders, container plant, accent plant, foundation planting 

Light needs:  hours of sun per day 

Special features: disease resistant, compact, non-edible ornamental berries, drought tolerant 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced, slow release fertilizer once a year in the early spring, before new growth begins to emerge 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: loam 

Companion plants: rosemary, junipers, black-eyed susan, yaupon holly 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no