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Goshiki Osmanthus - 1 Gallon
SKU:
2017405
UPC:
651469525926
$16.99
- Evergreen “five-color” foliage—new growth starts red, then matures to green splashed with creamy white, gray-green, and yellow-green.
- Compact, mounding habit that’s wider than tall—excellent for low hedges and bold shrub-border accents.
- Low-fuss and easy to keep tidy with simple annual pruning.
- Sun to part sun performer with moderate growth and year-round color in Zones 6–9.
Goshiki Osmanthus (Osmanthus heterophyllus ‘Goshiki’) is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its stunning, multi-toned foliage—so colorful its name translates to “five colors.” New leaves emerge red and quickly turn green, then develop a beautiful speckled mix of creamy white, gray-green, and yellow-green, creating year-round brightness in shrub beds and foundation plantings. With a naturally mounding shape that tends to be wider than it is tall, Goshiki is ideal as a low, prickly hedge, a mid-height accent, or grouped to cover larger bare areas with vibrant, evergreen texture. Plant it in full sun to partial sun with enriched, moist, well-drained soil, and enjoy a durable, easy-care shrub that keeps its polished look with minimal effort.
Product Overview
- Botanical name: Osmanthus heterophyllus ‘Goshiki’
- Common name: Goshiki Osmanthus
- Plant type: Evergreen shrub
- USDA Zones: 6–9
- Light: Full sun to partial sun
- Size: About 3–5 ft. tall and ~4 ft. wide in 10 years (taller with age)
Key Features
- Colorful evergreen foliage with a unique “paint-splatter” look.
- Compact, mounding form that’s easy to fit into small spaces.
- Makes an excellent low hedge or standout accent in shrub borders.
- Easy-care and responsive to simple annual pruning.
Foliage Color (The “Five Colors” Effect)
- New growth: Emerges red, then quickly turns green
- Mature foliage: Green leaves daubed with creamy white, gray-green, and yellow-green
- Season: Evergreen color and structure year-round
This shrub is a natural brightener—perfect for breaking up “too much green” in evergreen-heavy plantings.
Size & Growth Habit
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Habit: Mounding
- Typical size: 3–5 ft. tall, about 4 ft. wide in 10 years
- Growth note: Tends to be wider than tall; can gain height with age
If you want a shrub that reads “full and lush” without towering over your beds, this is a great fit.
Flowers
- Bloom: Occasional, insignificant flowers in summer
- Flower color: White
Goshiki is primarily grown for its foliage—think of it as a year-round color plant rather than a flowering showpiece.
Light Requirements
- Best light: Full sun
- Also suitable for: Partial sun
For the best color and overall density, give it plenty of light and consistent moisture during establishment.
Watering
- When to water: Water when the top 2 inches of soil is dry
- First growing season: Water deeply and regularly to establish a strong root system
- After establishment: Water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil
Soil & Planting Tips
Plant in enriched, moist, well-drained soil for best performance.
- Amend planting soil with compost to improve structure and moisture balance.
- Mulch helps keep roots cooler and soil moisture steadier.
- Avoid planting in low spots where water collects.
Feeding & Easy Care
- Fertilizer: Feed in early spring
- Maintenance level: Easy care
- Best practice: Keep moisture consistent while the plant establishes
Pruning & Shaping
- Pruning: Prune annually for a neat appearance and to maintain desired size and shape
- Hedge tip: Clip lightly for a tidy low hedge or keep it natural for a softer mound
A quick annual trim is usually all it needs to stay crisp and attractive.
Landscape Uses & Design Ideas
- Landscape uses: Border, hedge
- Design idea: Use as a low prickly hedge along paths or garden edges
- Coverage idea: Because it’s wider than tall, group plants to cover large bare areas
- Accent idea: Use as a unique mid-height focal point in mixed shrub borders
Companion Plant Ideas
Pair Goshiki’s multi-toned foliage with plants that reinforce contrast and texture:
- Fountain grass (Pennisetum)
- Boxwood (Buxus)
- Daylily (Hemerocallis)
- Loropetalum
- Heavenly bamboo (Nandina)
- Evergreen “five-color” foliage—new growth starts red, then matures to green splashed with creamy white, gray-green, and yellow-green.
- Compact, mounding habit that’s wider than tall—excellent for low hedges and bold shrub-border accents.
- Low-fuss and easy to keep tidy with simple annual pruning.
- Sun to part sun performer with moderate growth and year-round color in Zones 6–9.
Goshiki Osmanthus (Osmanthus heterophyllus ‘Goshiki’) is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its stunning, multi-toned foliage—so colorful its name translates to “five colors.” New leaves emerge red and quickly turn green, then develop a beautiful speckled mix of creamy white, gray-green, and yellow-green, creating year-round brightness in shrub beds and foundation plantings. With a naturally mounding shape that tends to be wider than it is tall, Goshiki is ideal as a low, prickly hedge, a mid-height accent, or grouped to cover larger bare areas with vibrant, evergreen texture. Plant it in full sun to partial sun with enriched, moist, well-drained soil, and enjoy a durable, easy-care shrub that keeps its polished look with minimal effort.
Product Overview
- Botanical name: Osmanthus heterophyllus ‘Goshiki’
- Common name: Goshiki Osmanthus
- Plant type: Evergreen shrub
- USDA Zones: 6–9
- Light: Full sun to partial sun
- Size: About 3–5 ft. tall and ~4 ft. wide in 10 years (taller with age)
Key Features
- Colorful evergreen foliage with a unique “paint-splatter” look.
- Compact, mounding form that’s easy to fit into small spaces.
- Makes an excellent low hedge or standout accent in shrub borders.
- Easy-care and responsive to simple annual pruning.
Foliage Color (The “Five Colors” Effect)
- New growth: Emerges red, then quickly turns green
- Mature foliage: Green leaves daubed with creamy white, gray-green, and yellow-green
- Season: Evergreen color and structure year-round
This shrub is a natural brightener—perfect for breaking up “too much green” in evergreen-heavy plantings.
Size & Growth Habit
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Habit: Mounding
- Typical size: 3–5 ft. tall, about 4 ft. wide in 10 years
- Growth note: Tends to be wider than tall; can gain height with age
If you want a shrub that reads “full and lush” without towering over your beds, this is a great fit.
Flowers
- Bloom: Occasional, insignificant flowers in summer
- Flower color: White
Goshiki is primarily grown for its foliage—think of it as a year-round color plant rather than a flowering showpiece.
Light Requirements
- Best light: Full sun
- Also suitable for: Partial sun
For the best color and overall density, give it plenty of light and consistent moisture during establishment.
Watering
- When to water: Water when the top 2 inches of soil is dry
- First growing season: Water deeply and regularly to establish a strong root system
- After establishment: Water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil
Soil & Planting Tips
Plant in enriched, moist, well-drained soil for best performance.
- Amend planting soil with compost to improve structure and moisture balance.
- Mulch helps keep roots cooler and soil moisture steadier.
- Avoid planting in low spots where water collects.
Feeding & Easy Care
- Fertilizer: Feed in early spring
- Maintenance level: Easy care
- Best practice: Keep moisture consistent while the plant establishes
Pruning & Shaping
- Pruning: Prune annually for a neat appearance and to maintain desired size and shape
- Hedge tip: Clip lightly for a tidy low hedge or keep it natural for a softer mound
A quick annual trim is usually all it needs to stay crisp and attractive.
Landscape Uses & Design Ideas
- Landscape uses: Border, hedge
- Design idea: Use as a low prickly hedge along paths or garden edges
- Coverage idea: Because it’s wider than tall, group plants to cover large bare areas
- Accent idea: Use as a unique mid-height focal point in mixed shrub borders
Companion Plant Ideas
Pair Goshiki’s multi-toned foliage with plants that reinforce contrast and texture:
- Fountain grass (Pennisetum)
- Boxwood (Buxus)
- Daylily (Hemerocallis)
- Loropetalum
- Heavenly bamboo (Nandina)
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