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Pinkie Indian Hawthorn

Rhaphiolepis indica 'Pinkie'

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At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

30 inches

Width

42 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

7, 8, 9

Water

Low to medium

Humidity

Tolerates high humidity

Lifespan

15-25 years

Native To

Southern China

Toxicity

Berries are mildly toxic if ingested in large quantities.

The Story

Plant Bio

Rhaphiolepis indica is a versatile and tough evergreen shrub valued for its dense, leathery foliage and profuse clusters of spring flowers. It is highly tolerant of heat, drought, and salt spray once established. 'Pinkie' is a true dwarf cultivar, maintaining a very compact, low-mounding habit without pruning. It produces masses of soft pink flowers in spring, making it an excellent choice for small spaces.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

'Pinkie' is a charming dwarf shrub that offers a massive display of soft pink flowers in spring. Its compact, evergreen form provides year-round texture and structure to the front of borders, rock gardens, and containers.

Its dwarf, low-maintenance nature makes it a perfect 'set and forget' plant for small gardens, patios, or commercial landscapes. It functions beautifully as a low border or massed as a flowering groundcover.

The flowers provide an early-season nectar source for bees and other pollinators. Birds may eat the small, dark berries that form after the flowers fade.

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a location with at least 6 hours of sun and good drainage.
Dig a hole that is twice the width of the plant's container.
Place the plant so its root crown is slightly above soil level.
Backfill with the existing soil and press firmly.
Water deeply after planting to settle the soil around the roots.
Apply a layer of mulch to help retain moisture.

Pro Tip

This dwarf variety needs almost no pruning. Avoid trimming to allow its natural, dense, mounding form to develop.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide good air circulation to prevent disease.
Water deeply but infrequently once established.
Allow the plant to maintain its natural shape.
Clean up fallen leaves to reduce disease pressure.

Don't

Do not plant in heavy, waterlogged soil.
Avoid frequent, shallow watering.
Don't use overhead sprinklers, which wet the foliage.
Refrain from pruning unless removing a dead or broken branch.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Pest Check
Plant

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Compact low border or edgingEvergreen mass planting or groundcoverExcellent choice for containers and patios

Companion Plants

Agapanthus 'Peter Pan' Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon' Gardenia jasminoides 'Radicans' Cuphea hyssopifolia Muhlenbergia capillaris

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Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Pinkie Indian Hawthorn questions

What zones can Pinkie Indian Hawthorn grow in?

Pinkie Indian Hawthorn is hardy in USDA Zones 7–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Pinkie Indian Hawthorn deer resistant?

Yes — Pinkie Indian Hawthorn is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Pinkie Indian Hawthorn bloom?

Pinkie Indian Hawthorn typically blooms in mid-spring through late spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Pinkie Indian Hawthorn need full sun?

Pinkie Indian Hawthorn does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Pinkie Indian Hawthorn drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Pinkie Indian Hawthorn handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.