Buy Osmanthus x fortunei 'San Jose'

Also Known As

Tea Olive

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 12'-15'
W: 12'-15'

planting zones

6a-10b

1 gallon bagged root ball | $26

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Fewer than 29 at Gossler Farms

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Osmanthus x fortunei 'San Jose' plant details

Osmanthus x fortunei 'San Jose' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall cream, orange and white flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Osmanthus x fortunei 'San Jose'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: cream, orange and white blooms in fall
Uses: easy-to-grow, hedge, leathery leaves, screen

GROWING CONDITIONS for Osmanthus x fortunei 'San Jose'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We never seem to have enough of this evergreen shrub. O. 'San Jose' gets to 15' and is an upright grower. Has been hardy to -12°F here. The evergreen leaves are holly-like, but don't have sharp points like the holly. The tiny whitish flowers in fall have a wonderful apricot fragrance. O. 'San Jose' will make a superb hedge.

By: Gossler Farms

Deep, dark, evergreen foliage that is narrower and more finely toothed graces this fine upright 12-20' tree/shrub. October to December brings masses cream-colored (sometimes with a hint of pale orange), richly apricot-scented flowers. Left to its own devices it will take on a more tree-like form, its fast growth and tolerance of shearing also make it an excellent shrub or hedge. S-PSh/M