Osmanthus heter. 'Goshiki' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
Black, oval fruits emerge from these. They exude a pleasant fragrance. The red shoots are also an interesting sight.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Osmanthus ilicifolius, Osmanthus aquifolium, Ilex heterophyllus.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning * red shoots

Growth habit
Holly olive 'Goshiki' is upright, rounded and compact in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The white flowers appear from August to October. These are pleasantly scented.

Use
Container, solitary, ornamental shrub