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Osmanthus fragrans

Sweet Olive, Tea Olive

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Information by: Jerry sortomme        Photographer: Normans/Steve Mullany

 

Description

The sweet olive is a moderate-growing evergreen shrub to 10' high. It is broad, dense and compact, with oval leaves that are 4" in length and a glossy, medium green color. Small flowers with a strong apricot-like fragrance are produced in the spring and summer.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Patio

Special Uses

Container, Hedge, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.