About
Fagraea obovata is an evergreen tree or shrub from Southeast Asia and Australasia producing the characteristic large, glossy leaves and fragrant, tubular flowers of the genus. An ornamental plant for a heated greenhouse or frost-free garden.
About the genus
Fagraea are evergreen trees and shrubs from tropical Asia and Australasia with large, glossy leaves and large, fragrant, tubular or funnel-shaped flowers. Grown as ornamental specimen plants in frost-free gardens and heated glasshouses.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Rock garden
Native toChile
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained, poor to moderately fertile, neutral to slightly acid soil in full sun. Protect from cold, drying winds
PruningSee pruning group 9
PropagationPropagate by sowing seed in containers in a cold frame in autumn or spring. Take softwood cuttings in early summer or semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free