Rhaphiolepis indica Oriental Pearl

Common Name: Oriental Pearl Indian Hawthorn

Description:
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl' is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its dense, glossy green foliage and abundant white flowers. From late winter through spring, this hardy shrub is covered in clusters of fragrant, star-shaped white blooms, attracting bees and other pollinators. Following flowering, small blue-black berries may develop, adding further seasonal interest. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, 'Oriental Pearl' is highly tolerant of drought, frost, salt-laden coastal winds, and urban pollution. It requires minimal maintenance and responds well to pruning, making it an excellent choice for low hedging, borders, mass planting, or container growing.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 0.8 - 1.2m
• Width: 1 - 1.5m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Tolerant once established
• Frost Tolerant
• Coastal Tolerant
• Wind Tolerant
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening
• Low Maintenance
• Bee Attracting

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Salvia species
• Liriope muscari (Lilyturf)
• Westringia fruticosa (Coastal Rosemary)
• Agapanthus