Osmanthus Goshiki Five colour 5 Litre Pot

Osmanthus heterophyllus ‘Goshiki’ 

Osmanthus heterophyllus ‘Goshiki’ (meaning “five colours” in Japanese) is a stunning evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant, marbled foliage. Each holly-like leaf is splashed with green, gold, and cream, while young growth often emerges tinged with soft pink. Compact, hardy, and easy to grow, it’s an ideal choice for borders, low hedging, or containers where it adds year-round colour and texture.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Fresh new leaves emerge pink, fading to variegated cream, gold, and green.

• Summer: Dense foliage maintains its colourful marbling and tidy shape.

• Autumn: Foliage deepens in tone, adding warmth and structure.

• Winter: Evergreen leaves retain their variegation, brightening dull garden spaces.

Key Features

• Striking variegated foliage – Marbled green, gold, and cream leaves with pink-flushed new growth.

• Evergreen – Provides reliable year-round colour and interest.

• Compact habit – Grows slowly to around 1–1.5m, ideal for smaller gardens.

• Hardy and easy to grow – Tolerates cold, wind, and light shade.

• Low maintenance – Needs minimal pruning to stay tidy.

Perfect For

• Borders and mixed planting – Adds brightness and texture among evergreens.

• Low hedging – Dense growth makes it ideal for compact boundaries.

• Containers – A beautiful feature for patios or entrances.

• Coastal and urban gardens – Tough and tolerant of pollution and salt.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; colour is brightest with some sun.

• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil; adapts to a range of types.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Care: Prune lightly in late spring or early summer to maintain shape. Water regularly during dry spells, especially in containers.

Looks Great With

• Other evergreens – Pair with Pittosporum, Hebe, or Euonymus for colour contrast.

• Grasses – Combine with Stipa or Carex for texture and movement.

• Flowering shrubs – Works beautifully with Hydrangeas or Camellias.

• Spring bulbs – Daffodils or Crocus beneath add a seasonal lift.

Osmanthus heterophyllus ‘Goshiki’ is a compact, variegated evergreen shrub that provides year-round colour and structure. Hardy, versatile, and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for adding brightness and texture to borders, hedges, or containers in any style of garden.

Osmanthus Goshiki Five colour 5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.