<i>Osmanthus delavayi</i> | Delavay Osmanthus
DESCRIPTION
Osmanthus delavayi is an evergreen shrub native to China, prized for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. In late spring to early summer, small tubular white flowers bloom in clusters, exuding a sweet, fruity fragrance that attracts bees and other pollinators. The dark green, glossy leaves are elliptical with finely toothed margins. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it prefers well-draining soil with moderate watering. Once established, it is generally low-maintenance, requiring occasional pruning to maintain its shape and size. Often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, Osmanthus delavayi serves well as a hedge, specimen plant, or in mixed shrub borders, adding beauty and fragrance to any setting.
DESCRIPTION
Osmanthus delavayi is an evergreen shrub native to China, prized for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. In late spring to early summer, small tubular white flowers bloom in clusters, exuding a sweet, fruity fragrance that attracts bees and other pollinators. The dark green, glossy leaves are elliptical with finely toothed margins. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it prefers well-draining soil with moderate watering. Once established, it is generally low-maintenance, requiring occasional pruning to maintain its shape and size. Often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, Osmanthus delavayi serves well as a hedge, specimen plant, or in mixed shrub borders, adding beauty and fragrance to any setting.
DESCRIPTION
Osmanthus delavayi is an evergreen shrub native to China, prized for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. In late spring to early summer, small tubular white flowers bloom in clusters, exuding a sweet, fruity fragrance that attracts bees and other pollinators. The dark green, glossy leaves are elliptical with finely toothed margins. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it prefers well-draining soil with moderate watering. Once established, it is generally low-maintenance, requiring occasional pruning to maintain its shape and size. Often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, Osmanthus delavayi serves well as a hedge, specimen plant, or in mixed shrub borders, adding beauty and fragrance to any setting.
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Family: Oleaceae
Height: 6 to 10 feet
Width: 6 to 10 feet
Foliage Color: Dark green and glossy
Flower Color: Small, tubular white flowers bloom in clusters
Bloom Time: Typically blooms in late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate; it prefers well-draining soil
Maintenance: Generally low-maintenance once established
Growing Zone: Hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9
Wildlife Attractors: Bees and other pollinatorsThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
