Rhaphiolepis indica 'Rosea'

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Rhaphiolepis Rosea

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

Clusters of soft, very light pink, almost white flowers are borne in the spring on the 'Rosea'. It grows to a height of 4'-5' and a width of 5-6', which can be kept smaller with pruning. The overall growth is somewhat loose and graceful.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Winter

 

Leaf Color

Bronze, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Blue

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio

 

Special Uses

Hedge, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.