Osmanthus Frangrans – Tea Olive
$237.50
Fragrant Tea Olive, produces small white blooms that pack a punch. Some describe it as a rose scent, others as gardenia and still others as jasmine.
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Description
If you’ve been searching for a slow growing tree that gives off an unforgettable fragrance, look no further than the Tea Olive Tree.
With its slow but steady growth, this dense evergreen can be pruned into a hedge or shrub, providing an effective and decorative screen. Or, if you prefer, let it grow into a mature tree and eventually it will achieve heights of 10 feet.
The glossy, green leaves serve as the perfect backdrop to dainty, white flowers that will bloom both late in the fall and early in the spring. And when they do, get ready for the sweet, memorable scent that has made the Tea Olive Tree a favorite among landscape designers the world over. Like a combination of gardenia and jasmine, your Tea Olive will thrill each season as it delivers a unique and memorable fragrance that will carry throughout your garden and beyond.
Amazing Fragrance without the Hassle
With a scent so permeating and wonderful, you’d think the Tea Olive would be a handful when it comes to care. Think again.
Plant your Tea Olive in a sunny spot with soil that isn’t too sandy and place it on auto pilot. This hardy tree will only require the occasional pruning necessary to achieve your required height and shape. Aside from that it’s a disease-resistant specimen that can withstand harsh winter temps down to 10 degrees.
