Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Oleaceae

Genus:

Osmanthus

Species:

Osmanthus reticulatus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree , Shrub

Height:

600 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Colors:

white

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 2–3 months to break dormancy; germination can be slow and erratic.

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