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Many of our plants ship in a naturally dormant state during the winter months. This means some will arrive without leaves or visible growth above the soil line. Dormancy is a normal and healthy part of a plant’s life cycle during colder seasons—it helps protect the root system and prepares the plant for vigorous growth in spring. Rest assured, don’t worry if your plants look bare upon arrival—this is normal for the season, and fresh growth will emerge in spring.
Fragrant Tea Olive | Sweet Olive | Osmanthus fragrans
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Fragrant Tea Olive | Sweet Olive | Osmanthus fragrans
Sale price
$47.99
Regular price
$52.99
Save $5.00
Plant Factory Direct
Fragrant Tea Olive | Sweet Olive | Osmanthus fragrans
Description
Fragrant Tea Olive | Sweet Olive | Osmanthus fragrans 'Sweet Olive'
Plant Highlights:
• Growing zone: 7-10
• Botanical name: Osmanthus fragrans Sweet Olive
• Foliage color: Reddish-orange new growth, dark green foliage most of the year
• Flowers: Creamy white
• Fragrance: Extremely fragrant, top 10 of all shrubs
• Plant type: Evergreen shrub
• Plant height: 12' tall
• Plant width: 5-6' wide
• Growth rate: medium growth rate
• Environment needs: Sun to part shade
• Soil needs: Well drained
• Water needs: More to establish, moderate after established
• Pruning needs: Occasional yearly shaping
• Grown by; The Plant Factory
Additional Highlights:
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- Deer Resistant: No
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Reblooming: No
- Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
Osmanthus fragrans is a resilient and attractive shrub that has been a staple in gardens for years due to its ample fragrance. When spring arrives, the Fragrant Sweet Olive will announce itself with a delightful aroma emanating from its numerous, diminutive 1/8" flowers. In some cases, this shrub may even surprise you with a second blooming and burst of fragrance in the autumn.
Fragrant Sweet Olive stands at 12 feet tall and spans up to 6 feet wide, making it an ideal hedge or tree. This stunning shrub is often used to mark entrances or corners and can be planted in close proximity to windows or patios for optimal fragrance. Space these beautiful plants 3-4 feet apart for a cohesive display. Hedges and borders, and they will quickly fill in any area for peak performance.
Care
Fertilize in early spring with our SR-18-5-10 slow release fertilizer for maximum growth and plant health.
Ordering
Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
Shipping
The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest-viable product ordered.
Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees
Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big does a Fragrant Tea Olive get?
A Fragrant Tea Olive (Osmanthus fragrans) typically grows into a large tea olive shrub or small sweet olive tree, reaching about 10–12 feet tall and 5–6 feet wide. With proper care, Osmanthus fragrans maintains a dense, evergreen form that works well as a hedge, screen, or focal specimen near patios and windows.
Where should I plant a fragrant tea olive for the best fragrance?
Plant your Fragrant Tea Olive in a sunny to part-shade location where breezes can carry its scent, such as near doors, patios, or windows. The tea olive plant (Osmanthus fragrans) produces extremely fragrant, creamy white blooms in spring and sometimes again in fall, so placing it near outdoor living areas lets you enjoy its perfume most.
Is fragrant tea olive cold hardy in my growing zone?
Fragrant Tea Olive (Osmanthus fragrans) is generally hardy in USDA Zones 7–10 and is both cold and heat tolerant within that range. If you live in a colder zone, you can grow a tea olive shrub in a container and move it to a protected spot during winter to help the sweet olive tree thrive.