Small clustered flowers perfume the garden with an apricot-like scent over a long season.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Mar to Nov
- USDA Zones
- 8-11
- Sun
- Full Sun or Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 6-10'
- Bloom Colors
- WhiteYellow
❋ Fragrant⌘ Evergreen✦ Low Maintenance
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About This Name
Osmanthus fragrans is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Sweet Olive unambiguously. The genus Osmanthus places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Sweet Olive, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Osmanthus fragrans will give you the most precise results.