Osteomeles anthyllidifolia

Shrubs

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.

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

2.5-4 metres

Max Spread

1-1.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
5–10 years
Max Spread
1-1.5 metres
Max Height
2.5-4 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5

Colour & Scent

Fragrance Flower
Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Rosaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Columnar upright, Spreading branched
Genus
A genus of rose-like, evergreen and deciduous flowering shrubs, native to Eastern Asia, with green, divided foliage, white hawthorn-like flowers and edible fruit. Some varieties can be used as bonsai
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