Wild Olive

Wild Olive

Osmanthus americana

Specifications

  • Plant Type: Shrub
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Foliage: Evergreen
  • Height: 10 - 12 feet 12 - 20 feet
  • Bloom Color: Cream
  • Bloom Time: March April
  • Sun Exposure: Sun Part Sun
  • Soil Conditions: Dry Moist
  • Spacing: 10 - 15 feet on center

Landscape Character

Flowers are mildly fragrant. Little pruning is required in sunnier locations.

Wildlife

Fruit eaten by birds and small mammals.

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