Eleanor Taber Indian Hawthorn

Light Needs

Partial Shade to Full Sun

(At Least 3 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

3-4 Feet

Mature Spread

4-5 Feet

Growing Zones

7 to 10

Eleanor Taber Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis indica ‘Conor’) is a versatile evergreen shrub that provides year-round beauty. In mid-winter through spring, and again in fall, it produces clusters of delicate pink flowers that brighten the landscape.

The foliage transforms into a deep maroon in winter, creating seasonal interest, while blue-black berries add ornamental value and attract wildlife. Ideal for use in shrub borders, containers, informal hedges, or mass plantings, this hardy shrub offers both color and structure to the garden.

Eleanor Taber Indian Hawthorn Care

Plant in average, well-drained soil and water regularly to establish. Once established, it requires only occasional watering, making it drought tolerant. Fertilize in early spring before new growth begins. Light pruning may be done after flowering to maintain the desired shape.

Eleanor Taber Indian Hawthorn Spacing

For shrub borders and mass plantings, space plants 4 to 5 feet apart, center-to-center. To create a hedge, space 3 feet apart, measured from the center of each plant.

Why Grow Eleanor Taber Indian Hawthorn?

• Pink blooms appear in multiple seasons

• Evergreen foliage turns deep maroon in winter

• Blue-black berries add ornamental and wildlife value

• Drought tolerant once established

• Works well in borders, containers, hedges, and mass plantings

Eleanor Taber Indian Hawthorn is an easy-care, multi-season shrub that provides flowers, foliage, and berries for year-round garden appeal.