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Sweet Almond - Standard (Aloysia virgata) 4"

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Fragrant, fast-growing pollinator magnet with sweet almond-scented blooms from summer to frost 🌸🦋
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Sweet Almond - Standard (Aloysia virgata) 4"
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🌸 Sweet Almond (Aloysia virgata) — Live Plant

Ships in a 4" pot

Bring home the shrub that stops visitors in their tracks! The Sweet Almond Bush (also known as Almond Verbena) fills your garden with a rich, dessert-like perfume and non-stop white blooms that butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds can’t resist. Many describe its scent as “strawberry shortcake-ish” or “like a strong gardenia.” Either way, your nose will thank you every time you walk by!




🌿 Quick Facts

Category Details
Botanical Name Aloysia virgata
Plant Type Fragrant flowering shrub / small tree (Verbenaceae)
Sale Size (Ships In) 4-inch pot (well-rooted starter)
Mature Size (Unpruned) 5–15 ft tall × 3–8 ft wide
Mature Size (With Pruning) 3–8 ft (easily kept smaller with regular trimming)
USDA Zones 8a–11
Sun Requirements Full sun (6+ hours daily)
Cold Hardiness Freezes back in zone 8–9 but regrows in spring
Growth Habit Upright to arching, fast-growing
Spacing Requirements 3–8 ft center-to-center, depending on landscape use

🌸 Flower & Fragrance Details

  • Bloom Season: Mid-summer to frost, with repeat flushes after light pruning
  • Flower Appearance: Long, slender spikes of pure white blooms up to 8 inches long
  • Fragrance: Sweet almond, vanilla, or “strawberry shortcake” scent
  • Pollinators: Irresistible to butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
  • Note: Ornamental only — this plant does not produce edible almonds

🌱 Top Benefits & Uses

  • Incredible Fragrance: Fill patios, walkways, and garden edges with a rich, sweet aroma
  • Pollinator Magnet: Supports local ecosystems by feeding butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
  • Florida-Friendly: Named Florida’s “Plant of the Year” for its beauty, drought tolerance, and ecological value
  • Low-Maintenance: Once established, thrives with little water and minimal care
  • Versatile Use: Perfect as a specimen shrub, border accent, or container plant
  • Fast-Growing: Quickly fills out garden spaces and provides continuous color

Origin Story

Native to northern Argentina and South America, Aloysia virgata was named in honor of Maria Louisa of Parma, Queen of Spain. The word “virgata” means “slender branches,” describing its graceful, arching form and elegant flower spikes.


Best Practices for Planting & Care

Where to Plant

  • Choose a full-sun location for the best flowering results
  • Prefers well-draining soil of any texture (sand, loam, or clay)
  • Avoid areas with poor drainage or standing water

How to Plant (GreenDreams “High & Tight” Method)

  1. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, no deeper than its height.
  2. Set the plant slightly above ground level to improve drainage.
  3. Backfill soil firmly around the roots to remove air pockets.
  4. Water deeply after planting.

Watering

  • First 2 weeks: Water daily unless it rains
  • Weeks 3–8: Water 2–3 times weekly
  • After establishment: Water deeply once a week, then less frequently — this plant is drought-tolerant

Mulching

  • Apply 2–3 inches of hardwood mulch, keeping mulch a few inches away from the trunk to prevent rot

Pruning

  • Blooms on new growth, so prune after a flush or in late winter to shape and stimulate new flowers
  • In cooler zones, simply cut back dead top growth — it resprouts quickly in spring

Winter Care (Florida & Gulf South)

  • In Zones 8b–9a, expect dieback to the base; regrowth occurs by late spring
  • In Zones 9b–11, it stays evergreen or semi-evergreen year-round

🪴 Container & Indoor Growing Tips

  • Container Size: Start in a 3–5 gallon pot for patios or small gardens
  • Soil Mix: Use a well-draining potting mix with good airflow
  • Light: Place in full sun outdoors or the brightest indoor window if overwintering
  • Pest Watch: Check for whiteflies or spider mites indoors — use organic insecticidal soap if needed

⚠️ Cautions

  • Allergies: The intense fragrance may bother those sensitive to scents
  • Skin Sensitivity: Some individuals report mild irritation when handling leaves — wear gloves if sensitive
  • Not Edible: This plant does not produce edible almonds

🌟 Is This Plant Right for You?

✅ Ideal For:

  • Gardeners in Zones 8–11
  • Those seeking fragrant plants for patios and pollinator gardens
  • Landscapes with full sun and well-drained soil
  • Homeowners who prefer low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants

❌ Not Ideal For:

  • Shady or overly wet locations
  • Northern gardeners unable to protect plants from hard freezes

Spacing & Landscape Ideas

  • Specimen or trio: 6–8 ft apart for full, airy appearance
  • Informal hedge: 4–6 ft apart for dense, fragrant screening
  • Patio placement: Near a door, walkway, or window to enjoy its evening perfume

Turn your yard into a fragrant paradise!

Order your Sweet Almond (Aloysia virgata) today and enjoy a season filled with heavenly blooms, pollinators, and irresistible scent. 🌸🌿


📍 Available for Local Pickup at GreenDreams!

18709 US Hwy. 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610

Tues–Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM | Sat: 8 AM – 3 PM

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.

Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location
, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
 

1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
 

2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.

  • For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

  • For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
     

3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.

  • We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.

  • Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
     

For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.

 

🌿 Important Shipping Information

Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.

  • Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.

  • Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.

  • Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.

  • Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants

1. Understanding of Shipping Stress

By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.

2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage

Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations

Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.

4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule

Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.

5.Extreme Weather Conditions

Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.

6. No Refund Policy

Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.

7. Responsibility of Care

Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.

8. Consent

By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.

These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.

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