Osmanthus heterophyllus purpureus

Common Name:
Purple-Leaf Osmanthus

Description:
Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Purpureus' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its dark green, holly-like leaves that emerge in a deep purple hue before maturing. This slow-growing, dense shrub adds year-round interest to gardens with its seasonal colour changes and fragrant white flowers in autumn. The small, tubular flowers produce a delightful sweet scent, attracting pollinators. Thriving in full sun to part shade, 'Purpureus' is highly versatile, tolerating a range of soil conditions and making an excellent hedge, screen, or feature plant. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance, making it a perfect addition to low-maintenance gardens.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 2 m – 4 m
• Width: 1.5 m – 3 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Disease Resistant
• Drought Tolerant
• Scented Flowers
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Topiary
• Perennial

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Camellia japonica
• Loropetalum chinense (Chinese Fringe Flower)
• Nandina domestica (Heavenly Bamboo)
• Pittosporum tenuifolium
• Gardenia spp.