🫒 Olive Tree
Olea europaea
Mediterranean Fruit Tree for Full Sun
🌿 Evergreen perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Mediterranean region
Silvery green leaves with small fruit and delicate white blooms. Drought-tolerant once established.
☀️ Light: Full sun
💧 Water: Low to moderate
📏 Size: 8–12 ft H × 6–10 ft W (smaller in containers)
🌼 Bloom Time: Spring
🪴 Landscape Use: Ideal for edible gardens, pots, or Mediterranean-style landscapes
💡 Casaplanta Tip:
Use Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend with added perlite for drainage in large containers.