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Osmanthus Seeds

Osmanthus Seeds

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Grow Osmanthus from seed for garden beds, borders, containers, or seasonal color. This product page includes concise planting details to help gardeners compare light,...

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SunFull Sun, Partial Shade
Height6-12 ft.
Days to Bloom3-5 Years
Sowing SeasonSpring, Fall
USDA Zones7A-10B
Germination Time30-90 Days

About Osmanthus Seeds

Grow your own Osmanthus fragrans, also known as sweet olive or fragrant tea olive, with these premium seeds. Famous for its heavenly floral scent, osmanthus is a symbol of love, nobility, and prosperity in many Asian cultures. Its delicate, creamy blossoms fill the air with a sweet, apricot-like fragrance, especially in autumn.

  • Planting Season: Spring or early autumn

  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

  • Germination Time: 30–60 days (soaking and stratification may improve germination)

  • Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

  • Watering: Regular but not soggy

  • Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree

  • Flowering Time: Autumn (some varieties bloom in spring or summer)

  • Fragrance: Rich, sweet, often used in traditional teas and desserts

  • Uses: Landscaping, bonsai, scented gardens, traditional herbal use

Osmanthus is ideal for courtyards, patios, and entryways, creating a warm, fragrant atmosphere year-round.

Great for
Cut Flowers Pollinator
Friendly Heat & Drought Tolerant

Why Gardeners Love It

✓ Adds garden color with an easy seed-starting option

✓ Useful for beds, borders, containers, or mixed plantings

✓ A practical choice for seasonal flower displays

✓ Pairs well with other annual and perennial garden favorites

✓ Good for gardeners building a more colorful outdoor space

Planting Guide

Sow Osmanthus in spring, fall where it can receive full sun, partial shade. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination, usually 30-90 days.

Grow plants to about 6-12 ft. and plan for blooms in about 3-5 years.

Best suited to USDA zones 7A-10B. Adjust sowing time for your local frost dates and summer heat.

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  • Returns: Refund requests are accepted within 30 days of delivery, including opened or sown seeds and discounted orders. Contact us for authorization before sending anything back.

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If you have a germination or planting-material quality concern, contact support@onsaleseeds.com with your order number and a description of the issue. Photos of your setup can help. You may request a refund within 30 days of delivery under our Return & Refund Policy; opened and sown seeds remain eligible.
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daniel.morris
Wonderful seeds and fragrance

I love these Osmanthus seeds! They grew quickly and the scent is amazing. Definitely will buy again.

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emily.scott
Nice fragrant plants

The seeds grew well and the plants smell wonderful. A nice addition to my garden.

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james.young
Highly recommend these seeds

Germination was fast and the Osmanthus plants are thriving with a wonderful aroma.

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linda.walker
Good quality seeds

Seeds took a bit longer to sprout than expected, but the resulting plants smell amazing.

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harry.evans
Lovely fragrant flowers

The Osmanthus seeds germinated quickly and the plants have a wonderful fragrance. Very pleased with the purchase.

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