Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Tricolor' (Goshiki) - parfumat, de gradina

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Tricolor' is an evergreen ornamental shrub, particularly attractive due to its variegated leaves in shades of dark green, cream and pale pink . It is an elegant and compact variety, with slow growth, ideal for hedges, borders, planters or as a solitary plant in gardens or semi-shaded spaces.

In addition to its decorative foliage throughout the year, the plant produces small, fragrant white flowers in the fall, which add an extra touch of charm and delicacy.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Tricolor'

• Family: Oleaceae

• Plant type: ornamental perennial shrub

• Leaves: small, leathery, variegated (dark green with cream and pink), slightly toothed

• Flowers: small, white, fragrant, appear in September-October

• Growth: compact, slow, with dense habit and good branching

☀️ Growing conditions:

• Light: partial shade or filtered sun – avoid strong midday sun

• Soil: well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic or neutral

• Watering: regular in the first few years after planting; the plant becomes drought tolerant later on

• Temperature: frost resistant (down to approx. -25°C)

• Pruning: tolerates pruning to maintain shape or compaction

📏 Mature dimensions:

• Can reach 1–1.5 m in height and width after several years

✔️ Advantages and uses:

• Decorative tricolor foliage all year round

• Fragrant flowers in the fall season. Abundant flowering - in spring the entire bush turns white.

• It is very suitable for hedges, borders

• Rustic plant, easy to maintain, ideal for small or medium gardens
  

Height with pot included: 30-40 cm