Osmanthus x burkwoodii
Basic Information
Family: Oleaceae
Genus: osmanthus
Plant ID (slug): osmanthus-x-burkwoodii
Numeric ID: 20280
USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Osmanthus x burkwoodii is an evergreen Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft) by 3 m (9ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, in flower in April. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
A hybrid of garden origin, O. decorus x O. delavayi.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Hedge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Osmanthus x burkwoodii