Purple Osmanthus (Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Purpureus') - B&B - image 2

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Purpureus' - Purple-leaf False Holly

Purpureus's new leaves have a purple tinge to them while the mature leaves are a dark green. This Osmanthus is very cold hardy. Purpureus is very Fragrant flowers in July and August. The leaves are rounded. Photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC Ornamental Characteristics Catagory Shrub Environmental Characteristics

evergreen shrub broadleaf evergreen deer resistant summer blooming Piedmont NC white flowers ball and burlap 10G Zone 7 fragrant shrub B&B privacy hedge tree form Osmanthus Purple Osmanthus

$ 45.00

Size
Latin Name
Foliage Type
Height
Spread
Shape
Primary Foliage Color
Seasonal Foliage Color
Flowering Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Sun Preferences
Water Preferences
Cold Hardiness Zone
Fruits

Specifications

Size	10 gallon container, 10 gallon container (Tree Form), 9' B&B (Tree Form)
Latin Name	Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Purpureus'
Foliage Type	Broadleaf Evergreen
Height	6'-10'
Spread	4'-8'
Shape	Upright
Primary Foliage Color	Emerge as Purple maturing to Green
Seasonal Foliage Color	Green
Flowering Season	Summer
Flower Color	(tubular) White, Orange or Yellow
Growth Rate	Moderate
Sun Preferences	Full Sun and Partial Shade
Water Preferences	Average : Ensure Adequate Drainage is Provided in the Planting Area
Cold Hardiness Zone	7
Fruits	Blue-black (birds love - not for human consumption)