Osmanthus Burkwoodii

£9.99

Osmanthus burkwoodii brings year-round beauty to Northern Ireland gardens with its glossy evergreen foliage and intensely fragrant white flowers. This hardy hybrid combines the best qualities of its parents, creating an exceptional garden shrub.

Why Choose Osmanthus Burkwoodii?

This versatile evergreen shrub offers multiple seasons of interest. In April-May, clusters of small tubular white flowers fill the garden with sweet perfume. The glossy, dark green leaves provide structure year-round, making it perfect for mixed borders or standalone specimens.

• Intensely fragrant – Sweet scent carries across the garden
• Fully evergreen – Year-round structure and screening
• Compact growth – Reaches 2-3m, easily maintained smaller
• Wildlife friendly – Flowers attract pollinators
• Low maintenance – Minimal pruning required

Growing Osmanthus Burkwoodii Successfully

This robust shrub thrives throughout Belfast and Northern Ireland. Plant in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. While tolerant of most conditions, this hardy shrub performs best in sheltered spots protected from cold winds.

Unlike many flowering shrubs, this osmanthus tolerates urban pollution well, making it ideal for town gardens. It’s also excellent for coastal gardens, handling salt-laden winds better than most evergreens.

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Design Ideas with Osmanthus

This fragrant evergreen works beautifully in various garden settings:

• Mixed borders paired with spring bulbs
• Fragrant walkways near paths and entrances
• Informal hedging (space 1m apart)
• Container specimen for patios
• Foundation planting near windows to enjoy scent

Care & Maintenance

Once established, this shrub requires minimal care. Water during dry spells in the first two years. Pruning is rarely needed – simply trim to shape after flowering if desired. Feed annually with general-purpose fertilizer.

For pruning guidance, see the RHS osmanthus growing guide.

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Mature Height: 2-3m
Spread: 2-2.5m
Flowering: April-May
Foliage: Evergreen, glossy dark green
Position: Sun to partial shade
Soil: Any well-drained
Hardiness: Fully hardy to -15°C

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