Evergreen trees – Devilwood

Devilwood 

Botanical name: osmanthus americanus 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 15-20 ft in height with a 10-15 ft spread 

Bloom time: spring

Hardy zone: zones 6-9

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: white 

Growth rate: grows 1 ft- 2 ½ ft per year 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings 

Landscape use: privacy, hedge, woodland garden, foundation planting 

Light needs: 4 hours of sun per day 

Special features: attracts wildlife, drought tolerant, shade tolerant, fragrant blooms 

Watering instructions: once established can survive solely on rainfall

Fertilizing instructions : fertilize with a tree and shrub plant food liquid fertilizer in the early spring, continuing monthly through to the early summer 

Best time to plant: spring, summer, fall 

Best type of soil: loam or clay 

Companion plants: florida anise, eastern leatherwood, hostas 

Toxicity level: slightly toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no