Genus Information
Sun Requirements
Olea europaea prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Hardiness
Olive Tree is semi-hardy, and will benefit from some protection in winter.
Growth Information
Olea europaea is a slow grower and will reach its full size in between 20 and 50 years depending on growing conditions. It can reach heights of up to 1.5m and will spread up to 0.5m.
Flowering
Olea europaea produces white flowers. These flowers will be produced between May to June and produces fruit between July to September.
Foliage
Olive Tree is an evergreen plant and produces green and silver foliage this plant is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning. However can be trimmed to maintain a nice shape.
Wildlife, Pests and Diseases
Olea europaea can have problems with scale insects , and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is not known to attract any particular wildlife and is considered toxic.
Soil Requirements
Olive Tree likes a soil won’t hold on to much water, doesn’t like sitting in the wet and it can be planted in soil of any pH.
