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Plant Care
Olive
(Olea europaea)
Also Known As
Olive, European olive, Olive tree
About This Plant
Olea europaea, commonly known as the olive tree, is a species of small tree in the family Oleaceae, native to the Mediterranean Basin. The tree has small, white, fragrant flowers and its fruit, also called the olive, is of major agricultural importance in the Mediterranean region.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
20-40 feet (6-12 meters) tall, 15-25 feet (4.5-7.5 meters) wide
Light Requirements
Full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day) is required for optimal growth and fruit production.
Humidity Needs
The olive tree prefers low humidity and can tolerate dry air.
Fertilizing Schedule
The olive tree does not require heavy fertilization but benefits from a balanced fertilizer applied in the spring.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune the olive tree in the late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches and to shape the tree.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests of the olive tree include olive fruit fly, scale insects, and spider mites. Diseases that affect the olive tree include verticillium wilt and olive knot.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
The olive tree is drought-tolerant and does not require frequent watering. Water deeply once every 7-10 days during the growing season and reduce watering in the winter.
Temperature Range
The olive tree is hardy to USDA zones 8-11 and can tolerate temperatures as low as 15°F (-9°C).
Growing Season
Late spring to early summer
Growing Difficulty Level
Moderate
USDA Hardiness Zones
8-11
Did You Know?
The olive tree is one of the oldest known cultivated trees in the world, with evidence of its cultivation dating back to ancient Greece.
