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Holly Olive, Devilwood
Osmanthus armathusOut of stock
Our new stock is growing! New stock will be available 1st September 2025.About this product
Osmanthus armathus, also known as Devilwood or Holly Olive, is an evergreen tree originally from China that was introduced to the UK in the early 1900s. It is ideal for stilted screening above fence height.
Its glossy, broadly oval leaves and slightly fragrant white autumn flowers give year-round interest.
Osmanthus armathus thrives on most free-draining soils but may lose leaves in the severest of winters, so it is best grown in a sunny aspect with protection against biting winter winds.
We grow this small tree with a 1.8m clear stem to match most walls and fences and an oval evergreen crown to give privacy from overlooking houses and extensions.
It can be grown close to buildings as it can also be classified as a large shrub and won't attain the height to be a problem for foundations.
Mature height: 3-5m
Specifications
- Common names
- Holly Olive, Devilwood
- Height of tree
- 3-5m
- Tree type
- Evergreen
- Soil type
- Well drained, Will tolerate most soil types
- Shape
- Oval
- Blossom Colour
- White
- Foliage Colour
- Green
- Looks good in
- Winter
- Privacy
- Screening above the fence
- Location
- Garden
- Genus
- Osmanthus