Rhaphiolepis 'Hot Tips'Hot Tips Indian Hawthorn

The Rhaphiolepis ‘Hot Tips’, commonly known as Hot Tips Indian Hawthorn, is a compact, evergreen shrub valued for its vibrant, new red-tipped foliage that contrasts beautifully with its glossy green mature leaves. In spring, it produces clusters of small, pink flowers that add a soft, seasonal charm. Growing to a height of 1–1.5 meters, it is perfect for low hedges, borders, or as a feature in garden beds and containers.

Hardy and low-maintenance, Hot Tips Indian Hawthorn thrives in a variety of climates, adding year-round interest to landscapes.

Specifications

• Height1–1.5 meters
• Width1–1.5 meters
• Native toAsia (species origin)
• FoliageGlossy green leaves with red-tipped new growth; evergreen
• Growth rateModerate

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay soils
• LightFull sun to partial shade
• WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and coastal regions

Additional Features

• FlowersSmall, pink blooms in clusters; spring blooming
• FormCompact, rounded growth habit with dense foliage
• UsesIdeal for low hedges, borders, containers, or as a feature plant
• SpacingPlant 60–100 cm apart for hedging or individual displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; trim to shape after flowering
• Pest ResistanceHardy and resilient; monitor for fungal leaf spots in humid climates
• Drought ToleranceSuitable for water-wise gardens once established
• Salt TolerancePerforms well in coastal gardens
• Seasonal AppealYear-round greenery with spring flowers and colorful new growth
• VersatilityComplements formal, cottage, and contemporary garden styles

Hot Tips Indian Hawthorn is a versatile and attractive shrub, perfect for adding color, structure, and low-maintenance greenery to gardens and landscapes.