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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.

Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Leathery, elliptic to lance-shaped, irregularly-toothed leaves to 8cm (3in) long, grey-green above, silvery grey-green beneath.
  • Height
    10m (33ft)
  • Spread
    10m (33ft)
  • Fruit
    Plants which produce an edible or ornamental fruit
  • Tall Shrub
    Or slow-growing tree developing a rounded head. Produces fruit to 4cm (1½in) long
  • Zero Rated Item
    No VAT on this plant
  • 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)
  • Full sun
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Self-pollinating form. Can be pruned to shape. Ultimate size in 20-50 years
    Medicinal properties
    Pests & Diseases
    Scale insects.
    Place of origin
    Mediterranean.
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Flower Shape
    Panicles
    Axillary panicles to 5cm (2in) long
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Sub-tropical / mediterranean
    Suitable for small gardens
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Pruning group
    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.

  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    With sharp drainage
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
Olea - Growing Guide
10m (33ft)
Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  10m (33ft)
 

Buy Varieties of OLEA

OLEA europaea

OLEA europaea

Common olive

small white flowers and leathery green leaves, silver beneath

 
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