Osmanthus delavayi, Sweet Olive Size:.5 qt In midsummer

In midsummer

hirsutus and the upright

but vigorous vine

shade-loving perennial with leaves sheened with silver

Osmanthus delavayi, Sweet Olive Size:.5 qt In midsummerSmall, dark green shiny leaves with springtime clusters of sweetly perfumed white flowers are an elegant and classic combination. It's slower growing than Osmanthus burkwoodii, which is sometimes just what you want, especially if you are putting it in a pot. Attractive also as an espalier, or an evergreen, dense, pretty, and fragrant hedge in time. Have patience. (It's a virtue well rewarded.) Native to southern China. 6' x 6' unless pruning, in which