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Osmanthus fortunei

Fortune's Osmanthus

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Evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves and highly fragrant white flowers blooming in autumn, native to Southern China.
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Plant Details

Common Name Fortune's Osmanthus
Family Oleaceae
Genus Osmanthus
Species Fortunei
Origin China
Blooming Late autumn to winter, fragrant white or cream flowers
Leaf Color Dark glossy green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil with slightly acidic to neutral pH

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Watering

Water regularly during spring and summer, reduce frequency in winter allowing topsoil to dry

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for optimal flowering indoors near south window; tolerates partial shade

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from April to September during active growth phase

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Pruning

Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
150 – 2000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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