{"product_id":"rhaphiolepis-delacourii","title":"Rhaphiolepis delacourii - Delacour's Rhaphiolepis","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRhaphiolepis delacourii\u003c\/strong\u003e, or Delacour's Rhaphiolepis, is a hardy evergreen shrub known for its compact growth habit, glossy green foliage, and clusters of fragrant, star-shaped flowers that bloom in spring. The flowers, in shades of white or pale pink, are followed by small blue-black berries that add ornamental interest and attract birds. Growing up to 1.5–2 meters tall and wide, it is perfect for hedging, borders, or as a low-maintenance feature plant in gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTough and adaptable, Delacour’s Rhaphiolepis thrives in a variety of climates and conditions, offering year-round beauty with minimal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.5–2 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.5–2 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to\u003c\/strong\u003e: Asia (cultivar origin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glossy, dark green leaves with occasional bronze-toned new growth; evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in temperate, subtropical, and coastal regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Clusters of fragrant white or pale pink blooms in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Small blue-black berries in late summer to autumn, attracting birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for hedging, borders, mass planting, or as a feature shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant 1–1.5 meters apart for hedging or individual displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires occasional pruning to shape and encourage new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardy and generally pest-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Performs well in low-water gardens once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind and Salt Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Suitable for coastal planting and exposed locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Complements formal, modern, and cottage garden styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelacour’s Rhaphiolepis is a resilient and elegant shrub, perfect for adding structure, seasonal flowers, and year-round greenery to gardens and landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ornatec International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44282017054916,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/0493\/5108\/files\/image_61.jpg?v=1734519196","url":"https:\/\/ornatecinternational.com\/ar\/products\/rhaphiolepis-delacourii","provider":"Ornatec International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}