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Fragrant Tea Olive Tree
3 Gallon / Grow Pot / Plastic
$89
$95
6% OFF
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Fragrant Tea Olive Tree
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Fragrant Tea Olive Tree Information
About The Fragrant Tea Olive Tree
Bring Home the Sweet Aroma of the Fragrant Tea Olive Tree!
Imagine stepping into your garden and being greeted by the delicate, sweet scent of fresh apricots and jasmine. That's the charm of the Fragrant Tea Olive Tree, a lush addition to any outdoor space. This evergreen beauty not only pleases the nose but also dazzles the eyes with its deep green foliage and subtle white blossoms.
Why You'll Love Your Tea Olive Tree
- Year-Round Beauty: With leaves that stay green no matter the season, your garden will always have a touch of vitality.
- Low Maintenance: More time enjoying your garden, less time working in it. This tree is a breeze to care for!
- Perfect Size: Whether you have a cozy patio or a sprawling lawn, the Tea Olive Tree fits right in, growing to a manageable size.
Easy Breezy Upkeep
Don't have a green thumb? No worries! The Tea Olive Tree is remarkably resilient and adaptable to various conditions. Just give it some sun, a bit of water, and watch it thrive. It's that simple to add a splash of perennial green and a dash of enchanting fragrance to your life.
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Fragrant Tea Olive Tree Details
Mature Height:
10 ft.
Mature Width:
15 ft.
Sunlight:
Full-Part Sun
Growth Rate:
Slow
Botanical Name:
Osmanthus fragrans
Grows Well In Zones:
7-10 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AK, AZ, HI, OR
Growing Zones 7-10 Outdoors
(Hardy down to 10° F)
Watering Requirements
Water deeply once a week during the first growing season, ensuring the soil stays moist but well-drained. Once established, the Orange Flowering Tea Olive is moderately drought-tolerant, but regular watering during dry spells will support healthy evergreen growth and promote a lush fall bloom.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in full sun to partial shade, needing at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce its signature vibrant, fragrant blooms. While it is more shade-tolerant than many flowering shrubs, planting it in too much shade will result in sparse foliage and fewer flowers.
Humidity Requirements
Tea Olives thrive best in moderate to high humidity, making them well-suited for warm, humid southern climates. While they tolerate ambient humidity well, poor air circulation in high-humidity conditions can occasionally lead to fungal issues like leaf spot, while excessively dry, arid conditions can cause the leaf tips to brown.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
Yes, this plant is safe for homes with pets.
What is a Fragrant Tea Olive tree and what does it smell like?
The Fragrant Tea Olive, also known as Sweet Olive or Sweet Osmanthus, is an evergreen shrub or small tree famous for its intensely fragrant tiny flowers. Its scent resembles a blend of peaches, apricots, orange blossoms, and jasmine. A single blooming shrub can perfume an entire yard!
When and how should I prune a Fragrant Tea Olive?
Pruning should be done in late spring, immediately after the primary spring bloom cycle ends. Avoid pruning in late summer or fall, as this removes the developing flower buds for the coming season. Light pruning maintains a dense, hedge-like shape, while removing lower branches trains it into a small multi-trunk tree.
When does the Fragrant Tea Olive bloom?
The Fragrant Tea Olive typically blooms most heavily in fall and can flower again at different times of the year in mild climates.
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Mexia
Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper
Grow Pot
Plastic container with drainage holes used by our greenhouse
Agnes
Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper
All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Fragrant Tea Olive Tree
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Survival guide for your first 30 days of growing is included
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Not warehouse-held.Acclimated before shipping.
Indoor Ready
Pre-conditioned to lower light conditions.
Fully Potted
Soil intact. No repotting stress.
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Free replacement within 48 hours.