Indian Hawthorn
The Indian Hawthorn or the Hong Kong Hawthorn is a tree/shrub used often in landscape design and is native to the temperate regions mainly in areas relatively close to the equator on the Asian continent.
There are many reasons for the popularity of these tree one reason is it is an evergreen, also it produces decorative white to pink flowers. The Indian Hawthorn, as mentioned, is native to temperate climates specifically humid subtropical climate which makes it very suitable for southeast Texas which is the same climate. A comparison between average temperatures and rainfall can be seen in the Climate article on this website. Therefore irrigation is either not necessary or can be used to offset the same difference and in periods of drought. Most property owners understand that irrigation systems are a protection for an investment in money and patience to have plants grow to maturity.
The beauty, along with the suitable climate makes the Indian Hawthorn an excellent choice for any residential or commercial property. This plant is often trimmed into standard size compact shrubs or sphere. The Indian Hawthorn can be grown to a dwarf size tree up to 15 feet tall, but normal height is between 3-6 feet. The Indian Hawthorn also produces a fruit the can be made into a jam when the fruit is cooked. A disadvantage of this plant is that it is susceptible to leaf spot with causes spots due to fungus and bacteria. Leaf spot usually only considered a cosmetic issue. This is more prevalent when planted in shady moist areas, or when water is left on the plant for extended periods of time. For this reason, Flourish Irrigation always suggest running irrigation systems early in the morning. This prevents excessive evaporation, but sunrise insures the plant does not have water on foliage for extended periods of time. Another drawback is the during the blooming season the flowers can cause slight irritation of allergies, but this would be more applicable to people with extreme allergies.
In conclusion, the Indian hawthorn is a moderately priced evergreen shrub naturally suited for the southeast part of the United States. It is a low maintenance plant that is used as a foundation plant which produces white to pink flowers, and an edible fruit when cooked.
There are many reasons for the popularity of these tree one reason is it is an evergreen, also it produces decorative white to pink flowers. The Indian Hawthorn, as mentioned, is native to temperate climates specifically humid subtropical climate which makes it very suitable for southeast Texas which is the same climate. A comparison between average temperatures and rainfall can be seen in the Climate article on this website. Therefore irrigation is either not necessary or can be used to offset the same difference and in periods of drought. Most property owners understand that irrigation systems are a protection for an investment in money and patience to have plants grow to maturity.
The beauty, along with the suitable climate makes the Indian Hawthorn an excellent choice for any residential or commercial property. This plant is often trimmed into standard size compact shrubs or sphere. The Indian Hawthorn can be grown to a dwarf size tree up to 15 feet tall, but normal height is between 3-6 feet. The Indian Hawthorn also produces a fruit the can be made into a jam when the fruit is cooked. A disadvantage of this plant is that it is susceptible to leaf spot with causes spots due to fungus and bacteria. Leaf spot usually only considered a cosmetic issue. This is more prevalent when planted in shady moist areas, or when water is left on the plant for extended periods of time. For this reason, Flourish Irrigation always suggest running irrigation systems early in the morning. This prevents excessive evaporation, but sunrise insures the plant does not have water on foliage for extended periods of time. Another drawback is the during the blooming season the flowers can cause slight irritation of allergies, but this would be more applicable to people with extreme allergies.
In conclusion, the Indian hawthorn is a moderately priced evergreen shrub naturally suited for the southeast part of the United States. It is a low maintenance plant that is used as a foundation plant which produces white to pink flowers, and an edible fruit when cooked.