Buy Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Variegatus'

Also Known As

Variegated False Holly

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 3'-7'

planting zones

7a-10a

3.5 inch pot | $16

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Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Variegatus' plant details

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Variegatus' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall and winter white flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Variegatus'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 3 FT - 7 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and winter
Uses: border plant, easy-to-grow, fragrant, hedge, leathery leaves, screen, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Variegatus'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sparkling, beautiful evergreen shrub with holly like leaves, broadly edged in creamy white ; moderate growth, tight and dense to 5', then slow… eventually to 8'h and 6' w. Makes a lovely 5' hedge with minimal maintenance! Fragrant, white axillary flowers in fall are wonderfully intoxicating. Prefers fertile, moist soil but tolerant; sun to part shade. Deer usually leave this shrub alone. A PNW Great Plant Pick!

By: Secret Garden Growers

Small, variegated, glossy holly like leaves, stunning variegated plant, probably not as hardy as the above although wind seems more of a problem than temperature.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

One of the handsomest of evergreens (Wyman) with lustrous green and cream holly-like foliage and small sweetly-scented flowers; makes a nice medium-large hedge. Sun-PSh/Med

By: Forestfarm

Cuttings from the one hundred year old tree at the Portland Classical Chinese Garden. Full sun, summer water. White fragrant flowers in winter. Usually 6 or so feet tall, but in time.....