Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Gulftide'

False Holly, Olive Holly, hinese Holly, Holly Tea Olive

Family: Oleaceae Olive


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 7A - 9B
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Summer and Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, hedge, woodland garden
Height 6' to 8' / 1.80m to 2.40m
Spread 8' to 10' / 2.40m to 3.00m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Black, blue
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attracts birds, attractive foilage, invasive