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Old 10-05-2009, 01:07 PM
 
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We recently moved to Blythewood, and there is a wonderful, sweet flower smell that wafts by every so often while we're walking the neighborhood. I remember smelling it around this time of year when I grew up in Dillon. My wife and I think we've pinpointed it to a bush that has small white buds on it. I may be able to post a pic later.

Is there any plant that comes to mind that is known for its aroma this time of year?
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Old 10-05-2009, 01:10 PM
 
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It could be Star Jasmine. It boasts a very strong, sweet scent and seems to match your description.

Another potential plant is the Tea Olive bush.
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Old 10-05-2009, 01:14 PM
 
Location: Greenville, SC
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Star jasmine? I thought it was a Waccamatt myself. Have you ever smelled one of those before?
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Old 10-05-2009, 02:18 PM
 
Location: Columbia, SC
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or Honeysuckle. That stuff is awesome.
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Old 10-05-2009, 02:40 PM
 
Location: Littleton, CO
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Gardenias can fill the air as well..whether or not they are in bloom - I have no idea
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Old 10-05-2009, 03:07 PM
 
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Ahh...I can almost smell it in Dallas! Missing SC today!
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Old 10-05-2009, 06:20 PM
 
Location: Columbia, SC
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Star jasmine? I thought it was a Waccamatt myself. Have you ever smelled one of those before?
ONly in your wildest dreams, G-man!
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Old 10-06-2009, 12:16 PM
 
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I think it's the tea olive plant based on this pic I found online. This stuff is awesome!

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Old 10-06-2009, 12:44 PM
 
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Yes, that appears to be a tea olive plant. Thanks for the photo!
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