House Plants

Olea europaea (Common Olive)

Olea europaea

Also known as Olive Tree

$14.95

Size

SunFull sun
💧WaterLow
🌡Zones8-11
🦌DeerResistant
🌊CoastalSuitable

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About This Plant

Olea europaea (Common Olive), 'Common Olive', is valued in PNW gardens for its character and seasonal interest.

A specialty plant or item , see product details for specific care.

Varies by species suits this plant. Plant in varies soil. Hardy USDA Zone varies. Care varies; consult product details.

Plant Details

Botanical
Olea europaea
Common name
Olive Tree
Lifecycle
Perennial
Foliage type
Evergreen
Mature size
10-30 ft tall × 10-25 ft wide
Growth rate
Slow
Bloom time
Spring
Foliage color
Green
Harvest
Fall

Care Notes

Plant in sharply drained, lean to average soil. Drought tolerant once established. On the OR coast, cool wet springs limit fruit set; pair with another cultivar to improve yields. Watch for olive knot disease in poorly drained or persistently wet sites.

Garden Attributes

  • Pacific NW native
  • Deer resistant
  • Coastal suitable
  • Grown organically
  • Pollinator value: Bees
  • Wildlife: Pollinator support
  • 🌱 Edible: Fruit
  • Fruit must be cured before eating.
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