A tree database im using to find trees says there's a "Fragrant Tea Olive" in this area, but i dont see anything that resembles it. Instead I found this fragrant flower with black berries in the same area but doesnt say what it is. Honeysuckle?
by bravo-kilo-papa
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honeysuckle-it can be invasive, but you can keep it undercontrol.
That appears to be honeysuckle (Lonicera). Fragrant tea olive (Osmanthus species) looks very different. Small flowers.
Pull off a flower. Nip a small bit from the base of the flower then place it in your mouth and suck gently. You should be rewarded by a pleasant sweet taste. Hence the name ‘Honeysuckle’
Another vote for honeysuckle.
The flowers are edible and can be used to make tea and jam.
Honey suckle
Always loved the scent. I pick it and put in in a vase to enjoy the smell.
Does honey suckle have berries? Never noticed.
Honeysuckle for sure.. I love the smell.. goats love to eat it.. it will take over a fence line pretty quick.
YUM! Honey Suckle…
More specifically, it’s Japanese Honeysuckle … suuuuuuper invasive
honeysuckle