Osmanthus aquifolium - Holly Osmanthus (Square pot 9x9x20 cm)

Genus of about 30 species of evergreen trees and shrubs spread in the East and America. Osmanthus fragrans is a shrub or small evergreen tree up to 4-5 m tall, with a bushy and compact habit and slow growth. Gray, smooth bark that does not crack. Lanceolate, leathery, shiny, dark green leaves. In spring it produces numerous small creamy white flowers, not very showy but very fragrant, followed by small fruits, black when ripe.

Pedoclimatic requirements

Grow in non-calcareous, deep, fertile and drained soil, preferably in partial shade, but it also adapts to growing in the sun. A fairly rustic species, it resists even fairly prolonged frosts up to -10°-12°C. Being a slow and limited growing shrub, it is particularly suitable for small gardens, balconies and terraces. Suitable for creating both free and topiary hedges or to be planted in groups with other bushes or even as an isolated plant.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Osmanthus aquifolium

Family: Oleaceae