Olive Tree | Common Olive | Olea Europeana
NZ$69.00
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Introduce a touch of the Mediterranean to your landscape with the Olea Europeana, commonly known as an Olive Tree.
With its silvery-green foliage, gnarled trunk, and graceful growth habit, the Olive Tree brings a rustic elegance to any setting. The Olive Tree is a symbol of peace, wisdom, and longevity.
Wondering if you have the right environment for this tree?
Don’t hesitate to contact us for personal advice and check out the conditions in which the Olive Tree will thrive, below…
☀️ Light
Prefers full sun, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight per day to flourish and produce fruit.
💧 Water
Drought-tolerant once established. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between watering.
🌱 Soil
Thrives in well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Tolerant of poor soil conditions.
🌡️ Climate
Prefers a warm, Mediterranean climate. Hardy in cooler temperatures but should be protected from severe frost.
💪🏻 Feed
Fertilise with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to support growth and fruit production.
🌸 Flowers & Fruit
Produces small, fragrant white flowers in spring, followed by olives in late summer or fall. Olives can be harvested and processed for eating or oil production.
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