Olea europaea
Original price
€295,00
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Original price
€1.030,00
Original price
€615,00
€295,00
-
€1.030,00
Current price
€615,00
Olea europaea
Olea europaea is a neatly shaped evergreen tree with a dense spreading crown of glossy grey-green to dark-green foliage and sprays of tiny, lightly scented white to greenish flowers followed by small, fleshy fruits which ripen purple-black.
Overview
Type
Tree
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Upright, Spreading
Maturity
20+ yrs
Max Height
9m
Max Spread
12m
Hardiness
H3
Toxicity
Not toxic
Suggested Uses
Flowering Season
Foliage Season
Growing Conditions
Grow in very well-drained soil in a warm, sunny, sheltered position. Protect from prolonged hard frost. Excellent in large containers.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
Drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
pH
Neutral, Acid
Soil Types
Loamy, Clay, Sandy
Drought Tolerant
Yes
Flood Tolerant
No
Care & Pests
Pruning
Minimal pruning; remove dead, diseased or crossing branches in winter
Propagation
Care Tips
- Stake in first 2 years
- Mulch annually
- Water in dry spells for first 3 years
Common Pests
Diseases