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OLEA
Commonly known as Olive
Genus of about 40 species of evergreen trees and shrubs often found in dry, rocky places in the Mediterranean and Africa to Central Asia and Australasia.
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Good to know
Self-pollinating form. Can be pruned to shape. Ultimate size in 20-50 years -
Medicinal properties
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Pests & Diseases
Scale insects. -
Place of origin
Mediterranean. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenLeathery, elliptic to lance-shaped, irregularly-toothed leaves to 8cm (3in) long, grey-green above, silvery grey-green beneath.
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PaniclesAxillary panicles to 5cm (2in) long
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Sub-tropical / mediterranean
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Suitable for small gardens
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
10m (33ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft)
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FruitPlants which produce an edible or ornamental fruit
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Tall ShrubOr slow-growing tree developing a rounded head. Produces fruit to 4cm (1½in) long
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Scented flowers
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilWith sharp drainage
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Full sun
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Mature Size10m (33ft)
10m (33ft)
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