{"product_id":"indian-hawthorn","title":"Indian Hawthorn","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"183\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"165\"\u003eRhaphiolepis indica\u003c\/em\u003e (Indian Hawthorn)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eCommonly known as Indian Hawthorn, is a compact, evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive foliage, and seasonal blooms. Commonly used in foundation plantings, low hedges, and mass plantings, it provides year-round structure and is well suited for residential and commercial landscapes, especially in coastal environments. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow to moderate. Drought tolerant once established; water regularly during the first growing season, then as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"850\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eSoil: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell-draining soil. Performs best in sandy or loamy soils; tolerates slightly alkaline conditions and coastal environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"868\"\u003eGrowth Rate: \u003c\/strong\u003eModerate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"950\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eBloom Time: \u003c\/strong\u003eSpring; produces clusters of small, showy flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"968\"\u003eTemperature: \u003c\/strong\u003eHardy in USDA Zones 8–11. Excellent heat and salt tolerance; may be damaged by hard freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003ePruning: \u003c\/strong\u003eMinimal. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape; avoid excessive pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eToxicity: \u003c\/strong\u003eNot considered toxic to people or pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Ranch | Wholesale Plants \u0026 Nursery","offers":[{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":51506137366818,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/5143\/9650\/files\/IMG_1084.jpg?v=1775767483","url":"https:\/\/www.theranchnursery.com\/products\/indian-hawthorn","provider":"The Ranch | Wholesale Plants \u0026 Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}