Osmanthus fragrans f. aurantiacus (Fragrant Olive)
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Quite hardy, Osmanthus fragrans f. aurantiacus (Fragrant Olive) is a medium-sized evergreen shrub or small tree of upright oval to columnar habit, prized for the powerful apricot fragrance of its flowers. Blooming profusely in the fall, the dainty clusters of bright tangerine flowers cover this densely branched shrub. The evergreen foliage of oval, leathery leaves retains its lustrous dark green color year-round. The dense growth habit and lush evergreen foliage make Fragrant Olive an excellent choice for hedges, screens and specimen plants. Slow-growing and easy in cultivation, Osmanthus makes a good container plant too.
- Grows up to 10-15 ft. tall (300-450 cm) and 6-8 ft. wide (180-240 cm). Clip off growing tips to maintain compact size and to encourage bushiness
- A full sun to part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in average, moist, well-drained soils. Appreciates afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Tolerates heavy clays. Drought tolerant once established.
- May be trained as a small tree, shrub, hedge, or espalier. Can be grown in containers.
- Generally pest and disease free. Keep an eye out for scale and aphids.
- Native to the Himalayas, Japan, China.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 7
– 10 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 7
– 10 |
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Osmanthus |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 10' – 15' (3m – 4.5m) |
Spread | 6' – 8' (180cm – 240cm) |
Spacing | 60" – 72" (150cm – 180cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Clay Soil, Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 7
– 10 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 7
– 10 |
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Osmanthus |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 10' – 15' (3m – 4.5m) |
Spread | 6' – 8' (180cm – 240cm) |
Spacing | 60" – 72" (150cm – 180cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Clay Soil, Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |