How to Care for Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus (Sweet Osmanthus)

Korean name: 금목서

Sweet Osmanthus is an evergreen tree characterized by dark green leaves and small, fragrant orange flowers. It is commonly planted as an ornamental garden tree and grows well in partial shade with adequate airflow. The growth rate is relatively slow.

Key facts

• Category: Garden tree & shrub
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: China
• Growth rate: Slow
• Pets: No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
• Flower meaning: purity, loveliness
• Traits: evergreen, fragrant flowers, cold hardy, ornamental tree
• Also known as: Sweet Osmanthus, Orange Osmanthus

Care Guide

• Light: Thrives in partial shade but tolerates direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water deeply when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity levels.
• Temperature: 15~28°C
• Fertilizer: Apply slow-release fertilizer once in spring and fall.

Common questions

How often should you water Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus?

Water deeply when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus?

It likes Thrives in partial shade but tolerates direct sunlight.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Prefers well-drained, fertile soil..

Is Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus safe around pets?

No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.

Is Osmanthus fragrans var. aurantiacus good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 15~28°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity levels.. Fertilise Apply slow-release fertilizer once in spring and fall..