Scientific name: Osmanthus heterophyllus ‘Goshiki’
Family: OLEACEAE
Common names: “false holly” “holly olive ‘Goshiki'”
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
Conditions:
Zone: 7-9
Light: Full sun – part shade, fewer flowers in shade
Exposure: Sheltered
Soil: Rich & fertile
Moisture: Moist well drained
Aesthetic:
Plant Size: H 4′-5’W 8′ – slow growing
Leaf and Stem shape: Holly-like, coarsely spined oval leaves marbled with cream and often tinged pink or bronze when young
Flower: Clusters of small fragrant white flowers in the leaf axils in late summer or autumn
Pruning: Selective pruning, minimal, thinning cuts best
Maintenance: Low
Landscape use: Focal point, flower boarders, container plants, good for dark corners or in the front of the garden, needs to be paired with the right plants
Propagate: By seed or cuttings
Pests & Disease: None in Victoria
*Deer resistant
Comments: Easily confused with holly but the leaves grow opposite where holly is alternate
~AGM winner
