Olive Tree

Product Info

This 5-foot Olive tree brings a touch of the Mediterranean to your home or garden with its silvery-green foliage and gnarled trunk, adding timeless elegance wherever it grows.

Care Instructions

• Light: Ensure your Olive tree receives 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Indoors, place it near a sunny window.
• Watering: Use well-draining soil. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. During the growing season (spring to fall), water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce watering in winter.
• Temperature: Olive trees thrive in warm temperatures and can tolerate some cold. Protect them from freezing, especially if potted, by moving them indoors during winter.
• Soil: Use well-draining, sandy, or loamy soil amended with compost. Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils to prevent root rot.
• Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer for trees or shrubs. Apply in spring and mid-summer, following the manufacturer's instructions.
• Pruning: Prune to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth. Remove dead or diseased branches and any crossing branches.
• Pests and Diseases: Watch for pests like scale insects and aphids. Treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil. Prevent fungal diseases by avoiding overhead watering and ensuring good air circulation.
• Container Care: If potted, ensure the container has drainage holes. Repot every couple of years or when the tree outgrows its container, usually in spring.
• Harvesting Olives: If your tree produces fruit, harvest in late autumn when fully ripe. Olives can be cured and preserved in various ways.

With proper care, your Olive tree will enhance your space and may reward you with a bountiful olive harvest for years to come.