Osmanthus delavayi
Delavay Osmanthus
Description
This broadleaf evergreen shrub reaches 4-5' tall and wide. It has small, dark green, glossy leaves. During spring, small, white, fragrant flowers cover the plant. It does best in full or part sun with well-draining soil. Prune to create a hedge.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese, Seascape, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container, Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.