Southern Moon® Yedda Hawthorn
Rhaphiolepis umbellata 'RutRhaph1' P.P. #20,730
An improved selection by Dr. John Ruter with the University of Georgia. Close to a decade of evaluation has shown this plant to exhibit exceptional disease resistance combined with a compact, self-mounding habit remaining just five to six feet tall. Abundant white flower display appears in spring prior to emerging new growth. Dark green, glossy foliage and wavy margins add interest. Excellent for foundation plantings.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | raf-i-OL-e-pis um-bel-LAY-ta |
| Key feature: | Compact Habit |
| Plant type: | Shrub |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Garden style: | Cottage |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 10 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | Dense growth to 5 to 6 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Compact, Round |
| Flower attribute: | Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance |
| Flower color: | White |
| Blooms: | Spring |
| Foliage color: | Dark Green |
| Item no.: | 4675 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Pruning time: spring after flowering.
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An improved selection by Dr. John Ruter with the University of Georgia. Close to a decade of evaluation has shown this plant to exhibit exceptional disease resistance combined with a compact, self-mounding habit remaining just five to six feet tall. Abundant white flower display appears in spring prior to emerging new growth. Dark green, glossy foliage and wavy margins add interest. Excellent for foundation plantings.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Pruning time: spring after flowering.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | raf-i-OL-e-pis um-bel-LAY-ta |
| Key feature: | Compact Habit |
| Plant type: | Shrub |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Garden style: | Cottage |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 10 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | Dense growth to 5 to 6 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Compact, Round |
| Flower attribute: | Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance |
| Flower color: | White |
| Blooms: | Spring |
| Foliage color: | Dark Green |
| Item no.: | 4675 |
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