Description & origin
The wild olive is a small tree native to the Mediterranean region. Its leaves are small and green with a silvery underside. It is a hardy plant that adapts well to poor soils.
Size
Can reach up to 2 meters in height in domestic cultivation.
Foliage
Evergreen foliage that maintains its green throughout the year.
Flowering
This species does not produce flowers in domestic cultivation.
Detailed care
Light
Soil
Watering
Temperature
Fertilising
Repotting
Pruning
Propagation
Common problems
Pests
Can be attacked by scale insects and olive fruit fly.
Fungal diseases
Vulnerable to diseases like anthracnose in humid conditions.
Nutrient deficiency
May show chlorosis in very poor soils.
Uses & curiosities
In the garden
- Hedges
- Mediterranean gardens
- Orchards
Other uses
Production of wild olives.
Did you know…
The wild olive is the wild ancestor of the cultivated olive tree. Its fruits are small and bitter but edible.