Olea europaea (Edible olive)

Olea europaea

Edible olive

A slow-growing v-shaped fruit tree that produces white flowers in Spring.

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Botanical Name
Olea europaea
Common Name
Edible olive
Also Known As
Edible olive
SA Tree No​
Tree Type
Evergreen
Attracts
Birds
Features
Wind Break, Screening, Rocky Area
Flowering Season
Spring
Focal
No
Fragrant
Yes
Frost Tolerance
Hardy
Fruiting Season
Winter, Autumn
Growth Rate
Slow <500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
Yes
Origin
Exotic
Soil pH
Root System
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size
Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area
Full Sun

Fruit, Citrus & Nut Trees Pricing

Bag Size
Price Range Incl. VAT
4L / 5L
NA
7L / 10L
R40-R400
20L
R300-R500
50L
R600-R800
100L / 200L
R900-R2000

Description

Olive trees have beautiful silver leaves and are mostly grown for the fruit they produce.  Its fruit is not like traditional fruit but is instead like a drupe that consists of a single stone-like seed.  It fruits in Autumn to Winter depending on the cultivar.

Olive trees have a shallow root system and can withstand strong winds.  Ideal for any garden landscape, this fruit tree makes a perfect pioneer plant or hedge plant and can be used for indoor or container planting.  Best grown alongside herbs and lavender.

  • Tolerates temperatures as low as -7°C
  • Estimated height: 6-9m
  • Estimated width: 7m
  • Planting distance: 6m
  • Drought-resistant

Cultivars: Frantoio, Misson, Lucino, Corotino.

Pollen compatibility: Two types are required for pollination.

Water requirements: Water occasionally, once it is established.

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