Olive tree
Olea europaea · Family Oleaceae
Also known as: olive, olea europaea, european olive
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Every 7 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
A sunny patio or balcony; protect from prolonged hard frost.
Light
Full sun. It thrives on the brightest spot you have.
Watering
Water thoroughly when the compost is dry. Tolerates drought well.
About the plant
The olive tree has been grown for thousands of years for its olives and oil. In a pot it becomes an elegant small tree with silvery leaves. It grows slowly and is drought-tolerant.
Origin
Native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows on dry, sunny slopes.
What it likes
- Full sun
- Free-draining soil
- Moderate watering
What it dislikes
- Waterlogging
- Shade
- Dark indoor spaces
Did you know?
Some Mediterranean olive trees are thought to be a thousand years old and still produce olives.
