Sweet Olive


Scientific Name: Osmanthus fragrans (Thunb. ex Murray) Lour.
Synonym: Olea fragrans, Olea ovalis, Osmanthus longibracteatus, Osmanthus macrocarpus
Family: Oleaceae
Sweet Olive(Osmanthus fragrans)
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 8,9,12-24
USDA: 8b-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 20°F (-7°C), will generally survive down to 10°F (-12°C)

Heat Tolerance: Avoid afternoon sun in Phoenix

Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade

Origin: Southeast Asia

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub or small tree, up to 10 feet tall (3 m), 7 feet wide (2.1 m)

Flowers: White flowers

Watering Needs: Little water once established


Blooming Habits:
The apricot-scented blossom is produced at any time of the year, but particularly in the spring.

Culture:
The young plants need some shade, and will tolerate sun only after they mature.


 

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