Beni Kin Mokusei Tea Olive is a large reblooming evergreen shrub with large leathery dark green foliage that emerges copper orange. The abundant clusters of small, fragrant, deep orange flowers bloom in fall. Best planted in part sun with acidic rich and moist well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established.
Type: |
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Height: |
10' - 15' |
Spread: |
6’ - 8' |
Spacing: |
7’ |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 10 |
Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Orange |
Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Keep moisture consistent. Watch for scale and aphids.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Hedges, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Boxwood, Heavenly Bamboo, Fountain Grass
IMAGES: Nurseries Caroliniana, untitled, (2) The Dabney Nursery, 'Beni-Kin-Mokusei' Sweet Olive
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.