Osmanthus

New Zealand’s Best Osmanthus Plants

Growing colourful shrubs in your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They are visual plants that add impact to a space
• They attract birds and bees
• Street appeal can be greatly enhanced
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come

We have the largest variety of Osmanthus plants and the right one for your space. Our plants have been selected to thrive in NZ’s climate. We grow and stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them locally, and from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Osmanthus, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Common questions about growing Osmanthus

1. Does osmanthus grow quickly?

Osmanthus is a slow-growing plant, growing at 10-30 cm per year. However, some species of Osmanthus, such as Osmanthus heterophyllus and Osmanthus fragrans, can grow up to one metre per year in ideal conditions.

The growth rate of Osmanthus depends on the species, the climate, and the growing conditions. Osmanthus plants that are grown in full sun and well-drained soil are more likely to grow faster than Osmanthus plants that are grown in shade or in poor soil conditions.

If you want to encourage your Osmanthus plant to grow faster, you can provide it with the following:

• Full sun
• Well-drained soil
• Regular watering
• Fertilizer in spring

2. Where is the best place to plant osmanthus?

The best place to plant osmanthus is in a full sun to partial shade location with well-drained soil. Osmanthus plants are relatively adaptable and can tolerate a variety of soil types. They are also relatively tolerant of dry periods, but they will benefit from regular watering, especially during the first year after planting.

When choosing a location for your Osmanthus, consider the following factors:

• Osmanthus plants prefer full sun to partial shade. However, they can tolerate more shade in warmer climates.
• Osmanthus plants require well-drained soil. If your soil is heavy clay, you can improve drainage by adding sand or compost to the soil.
• Osmanthus plants prefer acidic soil.
• They are relatively wind-tolerant, but they may benefit from some protection from strong winds.

Here are some specific places where you might want to plant Osmanthus:

• Osmanthus plants make excellent border plants. They can be planted as a row or through the border.
• Osmanthus plants can also be grown in containers. Be sure to choose a container that is large enough to accommodate the plant's root system.
• They can be placed on patios and decks to add fragrance and beauty.
• Osmanthus plants can be planted near entryways to welcome visitors with their sweet fragrance.
• Osmanthus plants can be planted as a hedge.

3. What is the English name for osmanthus?

The English name for osmanthus is fragrant olive. It is also known by a number of other names, including:

• Tea olive
• Sweet olive
• Sweet osmanthus
• Wintergreen osmanthus
• Chinese olive
• False olive
• Holly olive
• Mock holly
• Satsuki
• Kinmokusei
• Ginmokusei

Osmanthus is a genus of evergreen shrubs and trees that are native to Asia. The flowers of osmanthus plants are highly fragrant, and they are often used to make tea and perfume. Osmanthus plants are also popular ornamental plants, and they are often grown in gardens and landscapes.