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Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus

Also Known As

Osmanthus fragrans aurantiacus
Osmanthus fragrans v. aurantiacus
Fragrant Tea Olive
Japanese Orange Osmanthus
Orange Sweet Olive
Sweet Olive

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-12'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus plant details

Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall and summer apricot and orange flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot and orange blooms in fall and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, fragrant, hedge, leathery leaves, screen

GROWING CONDITIONS for Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Yellow flowers laden with the ?heavy perfume of the Orient? (Genders) decorate this 6-10' glossy-leaved evergreen during summer;in the Orient its leaves and flowers are also used to flavor an aromatic tea. PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

This is an upright growing evergreen shrub. Probably will grow to 15' in time. The flower clusters are orange and are sweetly fragrant during fall-winter.

By: Gossler Farms

The word "osmanthus" means fragrant flower and these shrubs are famous for their fragrance. Imagine warm ripe apricots on a summer evening and you will come close to the floral scent of this ancient Chinese selection. An evergreen shrub, to 10-12' tall x 6-8' wide, with shiny green leaves and, in autumn, clusters of small, orange-apricot colored, orange-scented flowers. Best in part shade in rich moist soil receiving regular summer water. Frost hardy to 5 °F, mid USDA zone 7.

By: Cistus Nursery

AKA, Orange Sweet Olive, Japanese Orange Osmanthus. The Orange Osmanthus is a small tree or shrub bearing large clusters of creamy orange blossoms on the stems and a pleasant, distinct sweet floral scent of Apricots that fills the Autumn Garden. Large, dark green leathery leaves and an upright to oval growth habit making it a natural backdrop for other smaller plants. It can be pruned to maintain shape. A Chinese Native that's become a Southern Heirloom. Zone 7A per Raulston Arboretum Needs protection the first several winters.