Indian hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis indica) is a popular, low-maintenance evergreen shrub known for its dense, mounded form, 3-6 foot size, and white to pink spring flowers. Ideal for sunny landscapes, it thrives in well-drained soil, is drought-tolerant, and salt-tolerant, often used in coastal areas. Key concerns include susceptibility to leaf spot disease, especially in part shade, and attracting deer.