Osmanthus yunnanensis - 125-150 CM C25

Description
The Duftblüte (Osmanthus yunnanensis) is a spreading, broad large shrub or small tree that produces creamy white, tubular flowers arranged in umbels with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from May to September. These produce violet-blue fruits. They exude a pleasant fragrance. The Duftblüte also has leathery, broadly lanceolate, olive-green leaves. Its bark is grey-brown. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 12 metres and grows to a width of around 8 metres.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * suitable for containers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Duftblüte are olive green, broadly lanceolate, leathery. They are about 8 - 10 cm in size.

Bark
Grey-brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth
Duftblüte is a spreading and broadly growing large shrub or small tree. It usually reaches a height of 8 - 12 m and is approx. 6 - 8 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The creamy white, tubular flowers of Duftblüte appear in umbels from May to September. These are pleasantly scented.

Use
Tub, solitary, ornamental shrub

Root
Osmanthus yunnanensis is a heartroot.