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Osmanthus burkwoodii

Osmanthus burkwoodii

€1.200,00 - €2.290,00
€2.290,00
€1.200,00 - €2.290,00
€2.290,00

Osmanthus x burkwoodii

A dense, rounded, evergreen shrub grown for its glossy dark green foliage and clusters of small, fragrant white flowers in spring. (Note: generic entry in source data, limited detail available.)

Overview

Type
Shrub
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy, Rounded
Maturity
5-10 yrs
Max Height
Varies
Max Spread
Varies
Hardiness
H5
Toxicity
Not toxic
Suggested Uses
Borders Cottage City Wildlife garden
Flowering Season
Summer
Foliage Season
Spring Summer Autumn

Growing Conditions

Grow in loamy, clay, sandy soil in full sun, partial shade. Prune after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead wood
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
Drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
pH
Neutral, Acid
Soil Types
Loamy, Clay, Sandy
Drought Tolerant
No
Flood Tolerant
No

Care & Pests

Pruning
Prune after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead wood
Propagation
Softwood cuttings Semi-ripe cuttings
Care Tips
  • Mulch annually
  • Feed in spring
  • Water in dry spells during first 2 years
Common Pests
Aphids Vine weevil
Diseases
Powdery mildew Honey fungus