Olive (Olea europaea) — Mediterranean plant.
Olive (Olea europaea) – Mediterranean plant. The olive tree is the emblem of the Mediterranean, with evergreen silvery foliage and a picturesque habit; drought-resistant.
Benefits
- Decorative silvery foliage all year round
- Very resistant to drought and heat
- Mediterranean, sculptural look
Seasonal care
- Spring: Start of the growing season: apply a suitable fertiliser and provide full sun.
- Summer: Water moderately. Tolerates heat and drought well.
- Autumn: Harvest when ripe (October–November for olives). Autumn is the ideal time for planting.
- Winter: Tolerates down to -8°C; in cold areas protect the base with mulch.
Specifications
- Botanical name: Olea europaea
- Botanical family: Oleaceae
- Life cycle: Perennial
- Foliage: Evergreen
- Exposure: Sun
- Placement: Outdoors / container
- Growth rate: Medium
- Minimum temperature: -8 °C
- Drought resistance: High
- Mature height: 150-400 cm
- Mature width: 80-150 cm
- Flowering period: May–June
- Flower colour: Cream white
- Fragrance: Subtle
- Fruiting period: October–November (olives)
- Soil: Well drained, sandy loam
- pH: 6,0-7,5
- Watering: Moderate
- Fertilising: Spring–summer
- Pruning: Spring
- Mulching: Recommended (in winter)
- Product code: 4042023
- EAN code: 6420384042023
Warnings
- Frost-sensitive – shelter in winter in northern regions
- Requires a pot with good drainage
Frequently asked questions
Does it survive winter outdoors?
Partly – it tolerates down to -8°C; in very cold areas protect the base or shelter it.
What exposure and watering does it prefer?
Sun; moderate watering. The olive tree is the emblem of the Mediterranean, with evergreen silvery foliage and a picturesque habit; drought-resistant.
When is it harvested / does it fruit?
Fruiting period: October–November (olives).
