OSMANTHUS suavis
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OSMANTHUS suavis
Commonly known as Sweet osmanthus
Large toothed, shiny green narrow leaves and sweetly scented white flowers similar to delaveyi in spring
£20.00
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Makes a more effective shrub in milder parts -
Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
Himalayas -
EvergreenShiny, sharply toothed leaves to 8cm (3in) long, lance-shaped to oblong, and wedge-shaped at the base
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White
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Tubular
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Fully hardy
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Denticulate
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Lanceolate
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Tall ShrubUpright shrub. The 4-lobed flowers, to about 0.6cm (¼in) long, are produced in axillary clusters of up to 8 and are followed by small, blue-black fruits
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Scented flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
Shelter from cold, drying winds -
Partial shade
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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Osmanthus - Growing Guide
