Holly Osmanthus
Osmanthus heterophyllus
Photo by and (c)2007 Derek Ramsey (Ram-Man)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Oleaceae
- Genus:
- Osmanthus
- Species:
- Osmanthus heterophyllus
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 8-12 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- sep, oct, nov
- Bloom Colors:
- white
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- native to forested areas, prefers humus-rich soils