The Tea Olive is a classic shrub among southern gardeners. The tiny but amazingly fragrant flowers may escape your view, but the wonderful scent will lead your nose to them.
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Average mature height: 10-15 feet, but can be pruned and easily maintained as a shorter hedge if desired or as a small tree.
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Light: Full to part sun
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Soil: Rich, well-drained
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Zones: 7-10
Plant size. Our plants ship in 3-inch-deep pots when they are 3-6 inches tall so they can grow to maturity under your green thumb.