Osmanthus fragrans (Tea Olive) - Image 9

Botanical names: Osmanthus fragrans, Olea fragrans, Olea ovalis, Osmanthus longibracteatus, Osmanthus macrocarpus

Common names: Tea Olive, Fragrant Olive, Sweet Olive, Kinmokusei in Japan

Family: Oleaceae

Origin: Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Osmanthus fragrans (Tea Olive) white flower close up with small petals on a green branch.
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