Rhaphiolepis 'Apple Blossom'
Rhaphiolepis 'Apple Blossom'
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Rhaphiolepis 'Apple Blossom' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its abundant pink blossoms and tidy growth habit. This popular cultivar features clusters of delicate, apple blossom-pink flowers that appear in profusion during spring, creating a stunning display against the dark green, leathery foliage. The flowers are followed by small dark berries that add seasonal interest and attract birds to the garden.
Ideal for borders, hedging, containers, and coastal gardens, 'Apple Blossom' thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It demonstrates excellent drought tolerance once established and tolerates salt spray, making it perfect for coastal conditions. This low-maintenance shrub is valued for its reliable flowering, neat habit, and ability to provide year-round structure in garden designs.


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Mature height
1–1.5 metres
Mature width
1–1.5 metres
Spacing
1–1.2 metres
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Dark green foliage with pink flowers and dark berries
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowers spring (September to November); fruits summer (December to February)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Light pruning after flowering maintains compact growth
Root System
Well-behaved, non-invasive root system suitable for garden beds