Osmanthus fragrans |
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Sweet Olive, Tea Olive |
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 fragance 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
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.