Hardiness Zones 7-10
The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map is the standard by which gardeners and growers can determine which plants are most likely to thrive at a location.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Mature Height
20-40 ft
Zone
7-10
Wildlife
Provide food for birds and other animals
Care Information
General Care
General Care
Watering: Water every 4-5 days Sun: Olives need at least 6 hours of full sun. Prune: You should prune your olive trees in late Spring early Summer, before flowering. Most new growth will be produced from the pruning cuts.
Planting Guidelines
Planting Guidelines
Olive trees need a sunny spot and well-drained soil. Dig a hole the size of your olive trees container size. Avoid adding fertilizer, or any organic material. Simply plant in the soil and backfill with the same soil you took out.
Winter Care
Winter Care
Olives are not very cold hardy. Bring indoors before temperatures fall toward freezing. You can take your olive tree back outdoors once it is warm.
Potting & Container
Potting & Container
Olive trees can be kept in containers/pot. They are very adaptable and drought tolerant. Best time to start growing olive trees in a container is in the Springtime. If transplanting, use well-draining rocky soil. Preferably use a wood or clay pot for planting. Place the pot/container in an area that receives at least 6 hours of full sun. Do not overwater - it is better to water too little than too much.
Sent wrong plant
Renee Burroughs • February 23rd, 2022
Verified Customer
I purchased a olive tree for my brother for the loss of his dog Duke. Instead of receiving the olive tree I ordered he received a small magnolia tree. It was fine but it was not what I had ordered.
Dear Renee-
Thank you for your recent purchase. We appreciate your feedback .
I sincerely apologize for the mix up with your order. I know you put a lot of thought into this special memorial gift for your brother, and I am sorry that we fell short of your expectations. Although you had said it was not necessary to replace, as our customer service representative had offered, I will still stand behind the offer. I would be willing to make this right for you and re earn your trust and faith in our company.
I know that your brother still appreciated the gesture from you and will also enjoy the beautiful magnolia tree for many generations to come. I hope that he is able to plant the tree and be inspired by the deep roots it will grow, the strong branches that will reach for the sky, and reminisce on the memories with his loyal "best friend". Our pets become one of our family members and we miss them just as much when they cross the rainbow bridge. Sending thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort.
Warmly,
Maleena
Thank you for your recent purchase. We appreciate your feedback .
I sincerely apologize for the mix up with your order. I know you put a lot of thought into this special memorial gift for your brother, and I am sorry that we fell short of your expectations. Although you had said it was not necessary to replace, as our customer service representative had offered, I will still stand behind the offer. I would be willing to make this right for you and re earn your trust and faith in our company.
I know that your brother still appreciated the gesture from you and will also enjoy the beautiful magnolia tree for many generations to come. I hope that he is able to plant the tree and be inspired by the deep roots it will grow, the strong branches that will reach for the sky, and reminisce on the memories with his loyal "best friend". Our pets become one of our family members and we miss them just as much when they cross the rainbow bridge. Sending thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort.
Warmly,
Maleena
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