Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl'

Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl'

Rhaphiolepis indica 'Oriental Pearl'

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Rhaphiolepis indica ‘Oriental Pearl’ is a compact, evergreen shrub that features glossy dark green foliage and produces a profusion of delicate white flowers in spring and summer. Its neat, dense growth habit makes it ideal for hedging, borders, and container planting.

Highly drought and frost-tolerant, this hardy shrub is low maintenance and thrives in a range of Australian climates. It is a perfect choice for small gardens, coastal landscapes, and urban environments where a structured yet elegant plant is needed.

Growing Requirements

This shrub prefers full sun to part shade and thrives in well-draining soil. Once established, it requires minimal watering and is highly tolerant of drought and frost.

Unique Features

  • Compact and dense evergreen growth
  • Abundant white flowers in spring and summer
  • Drought and frost-tolerant – low maintenance
  • Ideal for hedging, borders, and feature planting

Uses & Display Suggestions

Perfect for low hedges, mass planting, mixed borders, coastal gardens, and pots. Its tidy shape also makes it suitable for formal garden designs.

Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade

Water requirement: Medium

Watering frequency:

Soil: Well-Draining, Loamy, Sandy

Skill level: Beginner

Growth rate: Intermediate

Suitable for containers: Yes

More info: Plant in well-draining soil in a full sun to part shade position. Water regularly when young, then reduce watering once established.

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Drought tolerance: High

Frost tolerance: High

Wind tolerance: High

Disease and pest susceptibility: Resistant to most pests and diseases but may be prone to fungal leaf spot in humid conditions.

Mature height: 1.25 m

Mature width: 1.25 m

Suitable for shaping: Yes

Colour: Dark Green

Variegation: No

Size: Small/medium

Seasonality: Evergreen

Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display

Flower colour: White

Flower fragrant: No

Flowering season: Spring & Summer

Fruit: Yes

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