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Osmanthus heterophyllus Holly olive, False, Shepherd’s holly

Japan, Taiwan; 4 - 6m
Planting position: Full sun. Ideal for high summer rainfall areas. Areas without severe frost. Non-humidity regions.
Requires regular, thorough watering during dry seasons and spells. Compost-enriched loamy soil. Spring applications of complete fertiliser. Pruning only necessary when grown as a hedge.
Propagate from winter and summer cuttings.

This fast-growing evergreen’s autumn flowers are scented and white and the holly-shaped leaves are oppositely paired.
‘Variegatus’ (6m) with dark green, creamy edged leaves and white, scented autumn flowers.
‘Purpureus’ with striking purple-shade foliage, fading slightly with time.

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