this cultivar of Osmanthus is considered more prone to cold or frost damage than related plants

lanceolate leaves and

This is due to the fact that their foliage is brightly coloured and retains its shades throughout the year

in a sheltered spot where the wind won’t destroy the delicate double flowers

Syringa 'Dark Purple' Patio Tree Dryopteris lepidopoda this cultivar of Osmanthus isSyringa Dark Purple offers a long period of seasonal beauty to add a pop of colour to your gardens and patios. The flowering begins in Spring when deep pink purple flowers bloom. This then continues sporadically right through into mid Autumn. The longer flourishing period doesn't only give off a great visual, but also brings a wonderful scent to add to its surroundings, whether that be on a patio, walkway or next to a plant display. An ideal choice