{"product_id":"5-seeds-osmanthus-fragrans-sweet-olive-fragrant-evergreen-shrub","title":"5 Seeds Osmanthus Fragrans Sweet Olive Fragrant Evergreen Shrub","description":"\u003cp\u003eSweet Olive, or Osmanthus fragrans, is a beloved evergreen shrub prized for its intensely fragrant, small white blossoms that perfume the garden in spring and often again in fall. These 5 seeds let you start your own beautiful specimen, which features glossy, deep green foliage that provides year-round structure and appeal in borders, containers, or as a fragrant hedge.\u003cbr\u003e\nSweet Olive makes a wonderful ornamental addition for patios or walkways, where its delightful scent can be enjoyed up close. As the plant matures, it can be shaped into a small tree or kept as a dense shrub, thriving with regular water and good drainage. Its blossoms are also traditionally used to scent teas and culinary dishes in some cultures. Growing information is provided below to help you successfully cultivate these seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Osmanthus fragrans\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Not specified\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Ornamental Shrub\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant Habit: Upright, rounded shrub, can be trained as small tree\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-draining, moderately fertile, slightly acidic to neutral\u003cbr\u003e\nDays to Harvest: Not applicable (ornamental)\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 7–9\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: 6–12 weeks with cold stratification; may be slow and erratic\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Indoors in moist seed-starting mix, keep at 60–70°F after stratification\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 4–6 feet apart for hedge or specimen planting\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Seeds may take several seasons to establish; provide winter protection in cooler zones\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663122333832,"sku":"EXGA-403","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_f00914b6-1310-473b-9f77-5d36bb228562.png?v=1791895762","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-osmanthus-fragrans-sweet-olive-fragrant-evergreen-shrub","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}