OSMANTHUS fragrans

Description: Common name: Fragrant Olive. An upright shrub or small tree with dark green, oblong leaves with pointed tips. Very fragrant, white, tubular flowers in summer, sometimes again in autumn

Uses: Ideal for hedging

Climate/Position: Protect from cold winds, plant in sun or partial shade

Height/Spread: Up to 6 metres

Soil Requirements: Fertile, well drained soils

Pruning: Little or no pruning is required

Special Requirements: Hardy down to minus 5 degrees C