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Rhaphiolepis indica 'Snow White'
Hawthorn, Snow White
- Foundation Hedge
- Medium Border
- Flowerbed Border
- Category: Trees & Shrubs
- Hardiness Zone: 7a
- Height: 3 Feet
- Spread: 5 Feet
- Bloom Color: White
The Snow White Indian Hawthorn is a popular choice for Texas landscapes, valued for its attractive appearance and low-maintenance care requirements. This evergreen shrub typically grows to a height and spread of 4–5 feet, with a rounded form and glossy green leaves. Its standout feature is the profusion of white, lightly fragrant blooms in the spring, followed by small, bluish-black berries that attract birds. With its compact growth habit and year-round foliage, it works well for borders, foundation plantings, or low hedges.
Snow White is drought-tolerant once established but performs best with moderate watering, particularly during prolonged periods of heat and drought common in Texas summers. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. While Snow White adapts to a range of soil pH levels, it does slightly better in acidic to neutral soils. A key consideration when planting is its susceptibility to leaf spot, especially in areas with poor air circulation or excessive shade. Ensuring the plant is placed in a sunny location with good ventilation helps minimize this issue and promotes healthier growth. Mulching around the base of the plant also retains moisture and keeps roots cool during the heat.
Deer tend to find Indian Hawthorn appealing and may graze on it, particularly in areas with high deer populations and limited food sources. Gardeners in deer-prone regions of Texas might need to use deterrents or plant Snow White in protected areas. Despite challenges like leaf spot and deer browsing, the shrub’s resilience, attractive blooms, and ease of care make it a valuable addition to any Texas landscape, especially when paired with other drought-resistant and deer-tolerant plants.