Overview

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Ōgon' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Osmanthus, part of the Oleaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Ōgon' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include woodland gardens, hedging and screens.

About

Osmanthus heterophyllus, variously known as holly osmanthus, holly olive, and false holly, is a species of flowering plant in the olive family Oleaceae, native to eastern Asia in central and southern Japan and Taiwan.

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About the genus

Osmanthus is a genus of about 30 species of flowering plants in the family Oleaceae. Most of the species are native to eastern Asia with a few species from the Caucasus, New Caledonia, and Sumatra. Osmanthus has been known in China since ancient times with the earliest writings coming from the Warring States period; the book Shanhai Jing: Nanshan Jing states: "The first peak of the Que Mountain range is Mount Zhaoyao, rising by the western sea, where many osmanthus trees grow, and where rich veins of metals and jade lie hidden."

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Osmanthus

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Ōgon' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Shrubs

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Woodland gardens, Hedging, Screens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Ōgon'

Propagation

Semi-ripe cuttings in summer

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Honey fungus

Frequently asked questions