Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn

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Size: 30cm/33cm

30cm/33cm

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About Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn

Rhaphiolepis × intermedia, commonly known as Intermedia Indian Hawthorn, is a dense evergreen shrub valued for its glossy green foliage, rounded growth habit, and reliable seasonal flowering display. Clusters of soft pink to white flowers appear through spring, creating strong ornamental appeal while the dense evergreen canopy provides excellent low-maintenance structure for residential and commercial landscapes.

It performs best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils, adapting well to coastal exposure, urban conditions, and a broad range of soil types once established. Suited to warm temperate, subtropical, coastal, and Mediterranean climates, this hybrid variety develops good drought tolerance and dependable evergreen performance with minimal maintenance requirements.

They look excellent when used for low hedging, mass planting, borders, and streetscape planting where dense evergreen structure and seasonal flowering colour are desired. This variety is commonly specified for coastal gardens, commercial landscapes, and low-maintenance residential planting schemes.

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Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 1.5m - 3m

Mature Width: 1.5m - 3m

Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn is expected to grow 20cm - 40cm per year under suitable conditions.

Frost Tolerance

Is Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn frost tolerant?

Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Flowering Information

Rhaphiolepis intermedia produces masses of soft pink to white flowers during spring, often with repeat flowering throughout warmer months. The blooms create a refined seasonal display against the glossy evergreen foliage and may be followed by small decorative berries on mature plants.

Native Information

Is Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn an Australian Native? No

Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn is Native to Derived from cultivated Asian Rhaphiolepis hybrid selections.

Wildlife Value

Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators throughout the flowering season, supporting biodiversity within ornamental and coastal gardens. The dense evergreen foliage also provides valuable shelter and habitat for beneficial insects and small birds year-round.

Sunlight Information

Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preffered Soil

Rhaphiolepis intermedia performs best in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It will also tolerate coastal conditions and a range of general garden soils provided drainage remains reliable. Avoid persistently wet or heavily compacted conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can reduce root health and overall vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the plant matures.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Intermedia Indian Hawthorn

Genus: Rhaphiolepis

Botanical Species: Hybrid species

Family: Rosaceae

Botanical Name: Rhaphiolepis × intermedia

Landscape Uses

Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn works in an:

Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Use free-draining soil conditions.
Water regularly during establishment.
Mulch to maintain moderate soil moisture.
Prune lightly after flowering if shaping is required.

Feature Planting: 1.5m - 2m
Hedging: 80cm - 1m
Mass Planting: 1m - 1.5m

Water deeply during extended dry periods while establishing.
Prune after flowering to maintain dense compact growth.
Feed during spring with balanced slow-release fertiliser if necessary.

Sandy soils: Supports reliable drainage and coastal adaptability.
Loam soils: Provides balanced moisture retention and aeration.
Clay soils: Performs reliably where drainage is improved.

Rhaphiolepis × intermedia – Intermedia Indian Hawthorn is expected to grow 20cm - 40cm per year under suitable conditions.

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Sydney & Central Coast
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal

Thrives in

Full Sun
Part Shade

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Drought Tolerance

As a young plant it benefits from regular watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, Rhaphiolepis intermedia shows good drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods, although occasional supplementary watering supports denser foliage growth and flowering performance.