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Buy Osmanthus fragrans 'Marble'

Also Known As

fragrant olive

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 15'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

7b-10b

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Osmanthus fragrans 'Marble' plant details

Osmanthus fragrans 'Marble' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall apricot flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Osmanthus fragrans 'Marble'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 15 FT tall
Flowers: apricot blooms in fall
Uses: easy-to-grow, fragrant, hedge, leathery leaves, screen, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Osmanthus fragrans 'Marble'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Our introduction, By way of plantsman Ozzie Johnson, this a sport from a shared cutting of a particularly robust plant. Upright shrub to small tree 15' x 6-8' adorened with 4" oval bright and shiny leaves speckled cream and white. White to very pale orange flowers occur mid autumn with occasional blooms spring and summer- smell of warm baking apricots. Excellent large container plant, hedge or accent to brighten. Full sun to dappled shade, consistant but infrequent garden water in summer dry climates. USDA zone 7b