Osmanthus decorus (syn. Phillyrea decora) regular water variegated leaves and willowy stems

variegated leaves and willowy stems purportedly used in basketry

Contrary to what you might think

In early spring through summer

bob above the foliage like little gems on 8-inch stems beginning in early summer

but then light yellow cornucopia-shaped flowers deign to add their beauty in midsummer

Osmanthus decorus (syn. Phillyrea decora) regular water variegated leaves and willowy stemsVery sweetly scented small white flower clusters bloom in early spring on this handsome, neat, large rounded shrub. Long, narrow, leathery dark green leaves contrast beautifully with the white flowers. The shrub is dense enough to form an excellent, if somewhat slow growing screen or hedge, but place it near enough to where your nose might be traveling. You'll be amazed how much aromatic power is in these unobtrusive flowers. This is an olive relative