Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki'

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki'

15L pot • Supplied approximately 60cm tall

Plant Highlights: Colourful variegated evergreen foliage • Fresh growth flushed with pink and bronze • Compact, dense habit • Small fragrant autumn flowers • Excellent year-round structure

Overview

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki' is a slow-growing evergreen shrub prized for its colourful foliage, which combines shades of green, cream, gold and soft pink on holly-like leaves. New growth emerges with attractive bronze and pink tones before maturing into a richly variegated display, providing year-round colour and texture.

In autumn, mature plants may produce small, creamy-white flowers that are delicately fragrant, adding another layer of seasonal interest. Its naturally compact, dense habit makes it equally suited to specimen planting, mixed borders and decorative containers.

Why We Love It

• Beautiful multicoloured evergreen foliage provides interest throughout the year.
• New growth emerges with attractive pink and bronze tones.
• Compact, naturally dense habit requires very little pruning.
• Delicately scented autumn flowers on mature plants.
• Excellent architectural shrub for borders, courtyards and containers.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Plant in full sun or partial shade. A bright position encourages the strongest foliage colour, while some shelter from cold winds helps protect new growth.

Watering

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, water during prolonged dry spells, particularly if grown in containers.

Soil

Grow in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Improve heavy soils with organic matter before planting to encourage healthy root development.

Hardiness and Winter Care

This evergreen shrub is hardy throughout Ireland. Apply a mulch around newly planted shrubs to help conserve moisture and insulate the roots during establishment, taking care to keep mulch clear of the stems.

Routine Care

Pruning is rarely needed. Lightly trim after flowering or in late spring to maintain shape and remove any dead, damaged or misplaced shoots.

Perfect For

• Evergreen mixed borders.
• Specimen planting.
• Courtyard and patio containers.
• Formal and contemporary gardens.
• Year-round structure and foliage contrast.

Good to Know

The supplied height refers to the plant at the time of sale and not its mature size. The colourful variegation is most vibrant on fresh new growth, making this shrub attractive even when not in flower.

Product Information

• Botanical name: Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Goshiki'
• Supplied in a 15L nursery pot.
• Supplied approximately 60cm tall.