'Calisto' Indian Hawthorne is an evergreen shrub that produces an abundance of bright pink flowers in Spring. An excellent alternative for azaleas where there is too much sun. The dense, low and mounding form, and the hardiness makes this shrub a wise selection for foundation plantings or in sunny to partially shaded landscape beds and islands. Very dark green, wavy leaves and purplish-black Fall berries add to the appeal of this shrub. Useful as a hedge or border, or in small groups or planted in mass. Very easy to grow in many varieties of well-drained soil. Exceptionally drought and heat tolerant.

Height: 2' to 2' 6" Landscape Usages: Landscape Beds, Foundation, Shrub Border, Garden Pond, Outdoor Living Areas, Mass Planting, Small Groups, Hedges, Border / Edger, Entryway, Focal Point Specimen, Erosion Control, Woodland Border Colors: Pink Foliage Color: Green Seasons of Bloom: Spring Blooms Type: Shrub, Evergreen Theme Gardens: Japanese, Rock

Spread: 3' to 4' Attracts: Songbirds / Birds, Visual Attention Characteristics: Flower, Foliage Fragrances: None Growth Rate: Moderate Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Mostly Sun, Morning Sun, Afternoon Sun Resistant To: Disease, Drought, Heat, Insect Soil Needs: Ammended Clay, Average, Dry, Sandy, Well-Drained Water Needs: Low, Little To None USDA Zones: 7, 8, 9, 10

Calisto Indian Hawthorne - Raphiolepis Feeding Instructions

Fertilize this Spring-flowering evergreen shrub after it blooms in Spring, and again in late Summer/early Fall. Fertilize with a well-balanced tree and shrub fertilizer or an organic plant food. When in dought as to how much fertilizer to apply, follow instructions on the product label.

Calisto Indian Hawthorne - Raphiolepis Pruning Instructions

This evergreen Spring-flowering shrub requires little or no pruning. However, light pruning to may be necessary to maintain a desired shape, or to remove stray or broken branches and spent blooms. Light pruning should be done just after the shrub has finished blooming i Spring. Hard pruning, to reduce the size of the shrub, should be performed in late Winter; before new foliage has emerged. Pruning with sharp hand pruners is recommended. Pruning with electric or gas-powered hedge trimmers can cause unsightly scarring of leaves.

Calisto Indian Hawthorne - Raphiolepis Pest Instructions

This plant typically encounters very few pest or disease problems. If a pest or disease problem is identified, treat with an insecticide product, preferably one containing "Neem oil". Neem oil is a safe, triple-action product that can be used to control insects, mites and diseases. If your plant appears seriously stressed or diseased, consult with your local nurseryman, arborist, professional landscaper or local extension agent.