About

The Kaori Hime Dwarf Tea Olive (Osmanthus heterophyllus 'Kaori Hime') is a compact, evergreen shrub that boasts glossy foliage and exquisitely fragrant flowers. A perfect choice for small gardens, containers, or as a hedge, this shrub offers year-round interest and is well-suited for various landscape designs.

The Overall Plant

Kaori Hime Dwarf Tea Olive is a slow-growing, compact shrub, typically reaching 2-3 feet in height and width. This makes it an ideal choice for small spaces or as a foundation planting. Hardy in USDA zones 6-10, it is well-adapted to various soil types and can tolerate a range of conditions. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and requires well-draining soil to thrive.

The Foliage

The evergreen foliage of the Kaori Hime Dwarf Tea Olive is a standout feature, with its glossy, dark green leaves that have a holly-like appearance. The leaves are ovate and have finely serrated margins, providing an elegant texture and visual interest throughout the year. This attractive foliage makes the shrub an excellent backdrop for other plants in the garden, as well as a low-maintenance option for hedges or borders.

The Flowers

From late summer to early fall, the Kaori Hime Dwarf Tea Olive produces an abundance of small, white, tubular flowers that emit a delightful fragrance. The sweet scent is reminiscent of apricots or jasmine and can fill the air around the plant, making it a valuable addition near patios, walkways, or seating areas. Although the flowers may be small and inconspicuous, their powerful fragrance more than makes up for their size, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Care & Guarantee

Every plant comes with our expert planting guide that will cover the specifics to ensure your plant grows absolutely nuts. It also comes with our free 30 day guarantee so if you aren't happy we got you covered.

Why Flora's Market?

We're not some middleman or corporate farm, when you buy from Flora's Market you are buying directly from a family of growers that's been doing it for generations. We pride ourselves on quality, that's why we back our plants 100% with our grower guarantee. If you're not happy don't sweat it, we got you covered.