Olea Europea Standard
£59.00
notes
The sophisticated appearance of this striking ¼ standard Olea Europa means that it is highly versatile: perfect for statement planting in an urban courtyard, punctuating the formality of a parterre, or framing an entrance. Hessian not included, supplied in nursery pot.
Dimensions
- 3 to 4L standard
- Current Height from base: 105cm (3ft 5in)
Features
notes
The sophisticated appearance of this striking ¼ standard Olea Europa means that it is highly versatile: perfect for statement planting in an urban courtyard, punctuating the formality of a parterre, or framing an entrance. Hessian not included, supplied in nursery pot.
Insights
The common olive has a rugged, much branched habit, with long silvery leaves and small creamy white flowers in late spring. Under suitable conditions it may bear fruit. Evergreen and drought tolerant, olive trees add a touch of the sun kissed Mediterranean to any outdoor space.
Details
- Flowers: May- June
Planting
- Moist, well-drained soil
- Full sun
- South aspect
- Sheltered
Care
- ¼ standard
- Prune in early spring to keep shape
- To restrict growth in a pot grown olive, tip prune the main branches
- Requires deep but infrequent watering
- Not fully hardy, they need a warm, sheltered spot. Protect foliage in severe winter weather (below –5 degrees)
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