holly osmanthus
Osmanthus heterophyllus
Name
Botanical name: | Osmanthus heterophyllus |
Colloquial name: | holly osmanthus |
Growth
Growth form: | upright bushy growth |
Mature height: | up to 3m |
Growth: | up to 60 cm |
Leaf
Foliage: | Oval, serrated, prickly |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Leaf color: | green |
Autumn leaf color: | non |
Blossom / fruit
Blossom: | simple, discreet |
Flowering period: | september to october |
Flower color: | white |
Fruit: | clusters of glossy dark purple to black berry |
Miscellaneous
Soil type: | loose, well-drained |
Location: | full sun, semi shadow |
Flowering period: | all year round |
Requirement: | 3 plants per m², 3 - 4 plants meter per lineal |
Use for: | ground cover plant, mass planting, border plant |
Ships as: | in pot |
Hardiness: | yes |