Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Purpureus' Osmanthus armatus Thrives in a sheltered garden

Thrives in a sheltered garden free from frost pockets or cold

chestnut-like foliage on downward sweeping branches

airy feature

which mellows to resemble Reinette du Canada

oval foliage as flowers fade

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Purpureus' Osmanthus armatus Thrives in a sheltered garden'Purpureus' is very similar to the species, sharing it's dense, holly like appearance; however, the young foliage is tinted a lustrous bronze, giving this cultivar a unique colour palette in spring. Flowers appear in the autumn and are small, white and very fragrant. Will withstand heavy pruning. Prefers moist, well drained soil and medium shade. H5