Osmanthus delavayi, Sweet Olive Size:.5 qt Early pinnae are burgundy-red becoming

Early pinnae are burgundy-red becoming bright green broad fronds mid-season

In midsummer

It's a great new bee attractant for us

" but a distinct and exciting form

While reminiscent of a Buddleia with elliptic leaves

Osmanthus delavayi, Sweet Olive Size:.5 qt Early pinnae are burgundy-red becomingSmall, 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