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Gerald L. Klingaman
Oleaceae
Osmanthus fragrans
Sweet Olive, Sweet Osmanthus
Renowned for the powerful apricot fragrance of its flowers, this broadleaf evergreen shrub or small tree is native to China, Japan and the Himalayas. The small, tubular, white flowers occur in autumn and spring, and sometimes at other seasons. Yellow- and orange-flowered forms are sometimes cultivated. The leaves are glossy and dark green with toothed or smooth edges.
Sweet olive thrives in moist, acidic to neutral, well-drained soils and partial shade or full sun. It appreciates shelter from cold winds or hot sun. It excels in informal hedges or mixed borders, or anywhere its floral scent may be appreciated. It also works well in a bright, cool position indoors.
12 - 8
7 - 11
H1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Broadleaf Evergreen
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade
10'-30' / 3.0m - 9.1m
6'-20' / 1.8m - 6.1m
Spring, Late Spring, Early Fall, Fall
Asia, Nepal, China, Japan, Korea
Acidic, Neutral
Well Drained
Clay, Loam, Sand
Medium
Average Water
Upright/Erect
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Showy
White, Orange
Blue, Black
Green, Dark Green
Dark Green
Gray
Yes
No
Single
Glossy
Smooth
Container, Feature Plant, Hedges, Houseplant, Mixed Border, Screening / Wind Break, Topiary / Bonsai / Espalier
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