Osmanthus

This popular, rounded, evergreen shrub has glossy, finely toothed, dark green leaves and highly scented, jasmine like, white flowers in mid- and late spring. Ideal for a border on fertile, well-drained soil in dappled shade. It's a great shrub to choose for an oriental style garden. Remove misplaced, dead or diseased branches immediately after flowering.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: April and MayFlower colour: whiteOther features: finely toothed, dark green leavesHardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Minimal pruning is required. Remove misplaced, dead or diseased branches in late spring and apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant
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