A spreading Indian hawthorn with leathery dark leaves and abundant pink-budded white flowers in spring. Tough, drought- and coastal-tolerant, ideal for low hedges and mass planting.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1.2 m H × 1.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn
Botanically, Rhaphiolepis indica 'Cosmic White' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 1.2 m tall and 1.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White and pink flowers appear in spring and summer.
Where to grow Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn
Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn suits warm-temperate, subtropical and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also tolerates salt-laden coastal winds.
Soil & planting
Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 90 cm apart.
Watering & feeding
Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn performs well with relatively little water once established. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Prune Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn in the garden
Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn earns its place for a fast screen or informal hedge, a feature or specimen planting, pots and courtyard containers and feeding bees and pollinators. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Combine Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn with plants that share its preference for happy on low water and warm-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn
Plant Sale lists Cosmic White Indian Hawthorn as potted plants and advanced specimens. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
