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Delavay Osmanthus

Osmanthus Delavayi

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Overview

The Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus delavayi) is a dense, evergreen shrub, ideal for hedges and screens. It grows up to 6-8 feet tall and wide, with small, glossy leaves. In spring, it produces highly fragrant, tiny white flowers, creating a delightful scent. Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in full sun to partial shade. Hardy to USDA zone 7, this low-maintenance plant adds year-round interest to any garden design.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — The Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus delavayi) is a dense, evergreen shrub, ideal for hedges and screens
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — One of the magnificent features of the Delavay Osmanthus is its petite, yet profuse white flowersDelavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — Blooming primarily in the springDelavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in full sun to partial shadeDelavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — In spring, it produces highly fragrant, tiny white flowers, creating a delightful scentDelavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — It is advisable to provide a sheltered position with partial to full sun exposureDelavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — Hardy to USDA zone 7, this low-maintenance plant adds year-round interest to any garden design+10

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Oleaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — The Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus delavayi) is a dense, evergreen shrub, ideal for hedges and screens
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — One of the magnificent features of the Delavay Osmanthus is its petite, yet profuse white flowers
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — Blooming primarily in the spring
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — Preferring well-drained soil, it thrives in full sun to partial shade
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — In spring, it produces highly fragrant, tiny white flowers, creating a delightful scent
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — It is advisable to provide a sheltered position with partial to full sun exposure
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — Hardy to USDA zone 7, this low-maintenance plant adds year-round interest to any garden design
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — preferring well-drained loamy soil
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — is a captivating evergreen shrub that takes a treasured place in both formal and informal garden designs
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — typically reaching 4 to 8 feet in height with a similar spread
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — or as a standalone specimen.<br><br>The plant thrives in USDA zones 7 through 9
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — the fragrant blossoms cluster at the stem tips
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — making it an ideal selection for hedges
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — commonly known as Delavay Osmanthus or Delavay Tea Olive
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — which will promote optimal floral display and growth
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — It grows up to 6-8 feet tall and wide, with small, glossy leaves
Delavay Osmanthus (Osmanthus Delavayi) — This species is notable for its dense
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