Osmanthus (Osmanthus fragrans), also known as Fragrant Olive, is a slow-growing evergreen shrub prized for its highly fragrant flowers. Perfect for garden beds, borders, patios, and ornamental landscapes, it produces small, sweet-smelling blooms that enhance the fragrance and beauty of your garden.
This shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a range of soil types. Seeds are Non-GMO, ideal for gardeners who wish to cultivate this fragrant ornamental plant from seed.
Features
- Produces highly fragrant white flowers
- Evergreen ornamental shrub ideal for gardens, borders, and patios
- Slow-growing and low-maintenance
- Non-GMO seeds
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Osmanthus fragrans
- Common Name: Fragrant Olive
- Plant Type: Evergreen ornamental shrub
- Growth Habit: Bushy, compact shrub
- Mature Height: 6–10 ft
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–10
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.5)
- Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Germination Time: 4–8 weeks
- Days to Flower: 2–3 years from seed
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Container Friendly: Yes
- Climate Preference: Temperate to subtropical
- Suggested Growing Sites: Garden beds, ornamental borders, patios, container planting
- Winter Care: Mulch base in colder zones; protect young seedlings from frost
Planting Guide
- Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.
- Sow seeds 1/4–1/2 inch deep in well-draining seed-starting mix.
- Maintain soil moisture and place in bright, indirect sunlight.
- Germination may take 4–8 weeks.
- Transplant seedlings outdoors or into larger containers after reaching 4–6 inches tall.