Osmanthus Burkwoodii 15 litre Pot

Osmanthus × burkwoodii – Fragrant Evergreen Elegance for Every Garden

Osmanthus × burkwoodii, commonly known as Burkwood Osmanthus, is a refined evergreen shrub celebrated for its glossy, deep green foliage and intensely fragrant white flowers in spring. Compact, dense, and beautifully formed, it brings year-round structure, texture, and scent to gardens large and small.

This versatile, low-maintenance shrub is ideal for hedging, borders, or standalone specimens, combining reliability with ornamental appeal and seasonal fragrance.

Why Grow Osmanthus × burkwoodii?

1. Intensely Fragrant Spring Flowers
Clusters of small, white, starry flowers appear in April and May, filling the air with a sweet, jasmine-like fragrance that attracts bees and pollinators.

2. Evergreen Structure All Year
Neat, oval, glossy leaves provide a permanent, dark green backdrop for other plants and maintain structure and colour through all seasons.

3. Dense, Compact Habit
Naturally bushy and slow-growing, Osmanthus × burkwoodii forms a tidy, rounded shrub without extensive pruning, making it ideal for low-maintenance gardens.

4. Highly Versatile
Equally effective as a fragrant hedge, a structural evergreen in borders, or a container plant near seating areas and entrances.

5. Hardy & Reliable
Fully hardy across the UK, wind-tolerant, and resilient in a range of soil types, this is a tough yet elegant choice for almost any garden.

How to Grow Osmanthus × burkwoodii

Position:
Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Flowering is strongest in sunnier positions, but it tolerates shade well.

Soil:
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil, but adaptable to most soil types, including chalk and clay.

Watering:
Water regularly during the first season. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires little attention.

Pruning:
Minimal pruning needed. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape or rejuvenate older plants.

Growth Habit:
A dense, rounded evergreen shrub, typically 1.5–2.5 m tall and wide. Slow-growing and easy to manage.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy across the UK (H5). Tolerates frost, wind, and urban conditions.

Design Ideas

• Plant as a fragrant evergreen hedge along paths or seating areas.

• Use as a backbone shrub in mixed borders for year-round structure.

• Grow in containers near doors and patios to enjoy its spring scent.

• Combine with spring bulbs or flowering shrubs for a seasonal display.

Final Thought

With its rich evergreen foliage, exquisite spring fragrance, and easy-going nature, Osmanthus × burkwoodii is a timeless addition to any garden. Whether used as a hedge, specimen, or structural planting, it delivers beauty, scent, and reliability all year round.

Osmanthus Burkwoodii 15 litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy 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.