Common Names: Burkwood osmanthus

Family: Oleaceae

Features:

• Slow-growing

• Large evergreen shrub

• Dark green, ovate leaves

• Clusters of small, highly-scented white flowers

Sunlight: Full/Partial Shade

Ultimate Height: 2.5 - 4 meters

Ultimate Spread: 2.5 - 4 meters

Flowering: Spring

Care:

Plant osmanthus in spring or autumn in any reasonably fertile soil, in sun or shade, avoiding exposure to cold winds or ground prone to water-logging. Mulch with compost and feed annually with a general fertilizer, in early spring. Trim only if required, in late winter or early spring.