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Osteomeles anthyllidifolia

An evergreen, upright to spreading flowering shrub, native to Hawaii, with small, divided, oblong-shaped dark green leaves. Clusters of lightly fragranced white flowers appear in the summer, followed by white to purple fruit.

Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metres
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
1–1.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer White Green White Purple
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Rosaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Columnar upright, Spreading branched
Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well drained, fertile soil in partial shade or sun. Will tolerate dry conditions

Propagation

Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings in early spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Architectural
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Ground cover
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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