Osmanthus delavayi is an evergreen shrub with foliage that creates a stark contrast to the plants flowers. With the foliage providing a dark green colour, it brings out the sheer vibrance of white flowering that shows in Spring. They form in a clustered manner, with a gorgeous fragrance being maintained in the warmer months of the year. Osmanthus should be planted in moist, well-drained soil and kept in full sun at the best of times. If you plant this shrub in Spring or Summer focus on watering it more regularly, in order to keep up with the warmer weather conditions. You should also not allow the plant to sit in water for any length of time. Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth. Latin Name: Osmanthus delavayi Common Name: Delavay Teaolive Characteristics: Osmanthus delavayi is an evergreen shrub with foliage that forms in a bushy manner. Its flowers come in the form of stunning white clusters, with a gorgeous fragrant smell around them in the warmer months of the year. Plant Advice: Osmanthus should be planted in moist, well-drained soil and kept in full sun at the best of times. If you plant this shrub in Spring or Summer focus on watering it more regularly, in order to keep up with the warmer weather conditions. You should also not allow the plant to sit in water for any length of time. *Images are for illustrative purposes only. Plant supplied in a growers pot, decorative pot not included.
