Buddleja saligna

False olive

A drought-resistant, fast-growing evergreen tree that’s suitable for all garden sizes.

Aloes and Trees

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Buddleja saligna
Common Name	False olive
Also Known As	Witolienhout
SA Tree No	636
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Features	Shade Tree, Wind Break, Screening
Flowering Season	Spring, Summer
Focal	No
Fragrant	Yes
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Autumn
Growth Rate	Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	Yes
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH	5 – 8
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Loam
Suitable Garden Size	Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

A pioneer tree well-liked by bee farmers as it produces large amounts of pollen and nectar. It makes a beautiful screening or hedge plant that may need a little pruning after flowering.

According to reports, the leaves can be used to treat coughs and colds and the roots may be used as a laxative. The false olive does not have invasive roots and can be grown in most soil types, but to improve its growth you can add compost.