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OSMANTHUS heterophyllus 'Variegatus'
Commonly known as Holly osmanthus
Silver-edged holly foliage
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Evergreen
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White -
Height2.5m (8ft) -
Spread2.5m (8ft)
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Tall Shrub
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sun -
Partial shade
OSMANTHUS heterophyllus 'Variegatus'
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originGarden origin. -
HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Silver variegated
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Leaf shape
Elliptic(see photos above)
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Pruning group
Pruning group 6Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
RHS group 9 & 11 -
Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Osmanthus - Growing Guide
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
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