Botanical name

Olea europaea

Common name

Olive Tree

Description

Olea europaea is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region, prized for its small, elliptical grey-green leaves and characteristic fruit. It bears clusters of tiny, fragrant white flowers that give way to olives, harvested for oil or table use. With a naturally spreading growth habit, olive trees make excellent feature plants for gardens, containers, or orchard-style plantings.

Flower Colour

Small white

Flower Period

Late spring to early summer

Fruiting

Late summer to autumn

Location

Full sun; tolerates a range of well-drained soils

Care

Olive trees are relatively low-maintenance, tolerating drought once established. Water regularly when young, and lightly prune to maintain shape or size. Avoid overwatering or waterlogged soils.

Mature height

5–8m H x 3–5m W (can be pruned to smaller size)

Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);

750ltr - 2m +

**All plant stock and sizes are approximates and subject to grower availability as per the time of year**

Some quick facts about this plant:

	Full Sun
	Low Watering
	Flowering
	Fruiting
	Light Frost Tolerant
	Pet Friendly
	Air Purifying
	3-5m Wide
	5-8m High