Despite its common name, it doesn’t solely grow in India.
It comes from China and grows in other parts of Asia and Australia.
It’s a great landscaping choice for warmer climates to grow as hedges, foundation plantings, and more.
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It even does well as a container plant.
Like other hawthorn plants, it is not toxic to humans or pets.
It is also not an invasive species.
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Thisevergreen shrubfeatures slightly bronze foliage that matures to a deep green color.
Its oblong leaves are roughly 2 to 4 inches long with a leathery texture and serrated edges.
The blooms are star-shaped with five petals.
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This shrub has a relatively slow growth rate and should be planted in the early spring.
However, it can tolerate light shade, though it will be healthier and flower better with full sun.
Soil
Indian hawthorn can tolerate many soil types as long as there is good drainage.
Soggy soil can cause root rot on the shrub.
Moreover, it prefers asoil pHthats slightly acidic to slightly alkaline.
Water
A moderate amount of soil moisture is ideal for Indian hawthorns.
Young shrubs prefer consistently moist (but not soggy) soil, while established shrubs have some drought tolerance.
Temperature and Humidity
This shrub thrives in warm climates with mild winters.
On the warm end, the shrub can handle temperatures well into the 90s.
It prefers a moderate amount of humidity.
Fertilizer
Indian hawthorn shrubs arent heavy feeders.
For the amount to use, follow product label instructions.
If youd like to tweak the shape of your shrub, lightly prune it just after its done flowering.
Growing them from the seeds of your shrub will likely not produce a plant true to the parent plant.
Therefore, it is not recommended to grow Indian hawthorn from seed.
Place it in a spot where it still gets full sun.
However, when the shrub is not actively growing in the winter, reduce its watering.
Do the finger soil test and only water when at least the top two inches are dry.
Watch out for leaf damage or discoloration, and use an organic neem oil spray to combat any infestation.
This fungus is most common during rainy spring and fall seasons.
Prevent such diseases by keeping the foliage dry and ensuring good air circulation.
Bloom months
Indian hawthorn typically blooms in mid-April to May and then once again in the fall.
What Does Indian Hawthorn’s Flowers Look and Smell Like?
Indian hawthorns are known for their clusters of pinkish-white flowers that smell fragrantly sweet.
Such conditions can cause damage and disease that can kill the plant.
Indian hawthorn is prone to injury from the cold if temperatures drop below 10 degrees Fahrenheit.
Also, mulch helps insulate the roots.
Severe damage can kill the plant.
Evaluate any damage in the spring.
Remove dead or dying branches to make way for new growth.
This fungal disease starts as small brown spots that lead to large blotches, eventually causing leaf drop.
It is one of the main reasons for health problems with this plant.
This is such a widespread problem that many cultivars have been developed to be resistant to leaf spot disease.
Moist conditions lead to the cultivation and spread of the fungus that causes this condition.
Bag and discard the fallen and diseased leaves.
Most Indian hawthorn is relatively slow growing, with a rate of fewer than 12 inches per year.
However, some cultivars like ‘Montic’ that grow large tend to grow faster.