Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Kaori Hime'

Also called "False Holly", among many others. Like Osmanthus fragrans, Osmanthus heterophyllus is also in the Olive family and has small fragrant flowers, but its leaves are small and spiny and typically a very dark green, and it is more cold tolerant (to the 0-5 degree Fahrenheit range).

'Kaori Hime' is a dwarf/slower growing variety suitable for containers or foundation plantings. It has especially tiny foliage as well.

Growth rate, habit: vigorous, upright

Mature size: 4-8ft high and 3-6ft wide

Soil/water: well-drained and acidic/moist

Cold hardiness temperature: at least 0-5 degrees Fahrenheit (zone 7)

Light: sun to part-shade and full shade

Blooms: small and white, fragrant

Features: The small leaves have spines on them, a great substitute for a holly

Special considerations: more cold tolerant than other Osmanthus species.